In a surprising turn of events, Kolkata Knight Riders are set to release their stalwart Andre Russell ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 auction.
While Andre Russell has undeniably been the linchpin of the Kolkata Knight Riders for over a decade, his recent decline in form over the last two seasons, where he struggled both with the bat and the ball, has adversely affected the teamβs overall performance.
Reports have surfaced indicating that the Kolkata Knight Riders explored the possibility of trading Andre Russell to another franchise, but for undisclosed reasons, the deal fell through, leading to the decision to release him before the IPL 2024 auction.
If the reports hold true and Andre Russell enters the IPL 2024 auction pool, a fierce bidding war is expected among various franchises vying to secure the services of the dynamic West Indies all-rounder.