Appointing Andre Russell as coach is KKR’s 'biggest mistake’ in IPL 2026: Mohammad Kaif tears apart Kolkata management
Mint·1d ago·Neutral
What Happened
Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif criticizes Kolkata Knight Riders for appointing Andre Russell as assistant coach instead of playing him. KKR has lost four of five matches in IPL 2026. Kaif argues Russell, 36, remains a match-winner whose presence intimidates bowlers. Russell was retained but benched, while Cameron Green, bought for ₹25 crore, underperforms. KKR faces Gujarat Titans on April 17.
Key Entities
Mohammad KaifAndre RussellKolkata Knight RidersIPL 2026Cameron GreenAjinkya RahaneChennai Super Kings