<p>Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star player Andre Russell on Saturday resumed training after completing necessary quarantine protocols ahead of the resumption of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The RUSSELL-MANIA is back in. Pour out your excitement in the comments section," KKR tweeted.&nbsp;</p>

<p>IPL 2021 resumes with Mumbai Indians taking on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 19.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2021-dcs-anrich-nortje-wants-to-implement-last-years-ipl-performance-in-upcoming-uae-leg-413862">IPL 2021: DC's Anrich Nortje wants to 'implement' last year's IPL performance in upcoming UAE leg</a></strong></p>

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<p>Earlier, KKR skipper Eoin Morgan said the side is "incredibly excited" to welcome back fans for the resumption of the 14th edition of the IPL."(We're) Incredibly excited to have fans back at the IPL this year. It's been too long to hear that roar of the KKR fans at Eden Gardens. Unfortunately, it's not at home but I cannot wait to hear it here in the UAE," KKR.in quoted Morgan as saying on the sidelines of a training session.&nbsp;</p>

<p>KKR head coach Brendon McCullum is well aware of the daunting task that lies ahead for the team to make it to the knockouts but he wasn't able to hide his excitement upon hearing about the return of fans.</p>

<p>KKR batsman Rahul Tripathi also joined in to celebrate the move from the IPL governing body and said, "We have missed them (fans) a lot during this period.</p>

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<p>It's always fun when somebody is there in the stands to cheer for you. I must say welcome back to the fans!"</p>

<p>After the CSK-MI clash, the action will shift to Abu Dhabi where KKR will square off against Royal Challengers Bangalore.</p>

<p>Sharjah will host its first game on September 24 when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Chennai Super Kings. In all, 13 matches will be held in Dubai, 10 in Sharjah, and 8 in Abu Dhabi.</p>


Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star player Andre Russell on Saturday resumed training after completing necessary quarantine protocols ahead of the resumption of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) star player Andre Russell on Saturday resumed training after completing necessary quarantine protocols ahead of the resumption of the 14th edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). "The RUSSELL-MANIA is back in. Pour out your excitement in the comments section," KKR tweeted. IPL 2021 resumes with Mumbai Indians taking on Chennai Super Kings (CSK) at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium on September 19. ALSO READ | IPL 2021: DC's Anrich Nortje wants to 'implement' last year's IPL performance in upcoming UAE leg The 𝙍𝙐𝙎𝙎𝙀𝙇𝙇-𝙈𝘼𝙉𝙄𝘼 is back in 💜💛 Pour out your excitement in the comments section! ⤵️@Russell12A #KKR #AmiKKR #KorboLorboJeetbo #আমিKKR #IPL2021 pic.twitter.com/XsZXaEZEf6 — KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) September 18, 2021 × Earlier, KKR skipper Eoin Morgan said the side is "incredibly excited" to welcome back fans for the resumption of the 14th edition of the IPL."(We're) Incredibly excited to have fans back at the IPL this year. It's been too long to hear that roar of the KKR fans at Eden Gardens. Unfortunately, it's not at home but I cannot wait to hear it here in the UAE," KKR.in quoted Morgan as saying on the sidelines of a training session. KKR head coach Brendon McCullum is well aware of the daunting task that lies ahead for the team to make it to the knockouts but he wasn't able to hide his excitement upon hearing about the return of fans. KKR batsman Rahul Tripathi also joined in to celebrate the move from the IPL governing body and said, "We have missed them (fans) a lot during this period. × It's always fun when somebody is there in the stands to cheer for you. I must say welcome back to the fans!" After the CSK-MI clash, the action will shift to Abu Dhabi where KKR will square off against Royal Challengers Bangalore. Sharjah will host its first game on September 24 when Royal Challengers Bangalore take on Chennai Super Kings. In all, 13 matches will be held in Dubai, 10 in Sharjah, and 8 in Abu Dhabi.

IPL 2021: KKR star Andre Russell resumes training after completing quarantine

<p>West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell suffered a blow on the head while batting for the Quetta Gladiators in a PSL 2021 match against Islamabad United on Friday and was stretchered off as the cricketer was feeling uncomfortable.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Gladiators batsman resumed batting despite the blow, however, was taken in an ambulance for further scans during Islamabad's first over.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-kkr-werent-taking-the-tournament-seriously-says-kuldeep-yadav-391018" hreflang="en">Cricket: KKR weren't taking the tournament seriously, says Kuldeep Yadav</a></p>

<p>Russell was struck on the head in the 14th over by Islamabad medium-pacer Muhammad Musa. The West Indies star had dispatched the ball for back-to-back sixes before suffering a blow.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>He was treated on the field itself and he resumed batting. However, he was dismissed on the very next ball.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The Gladiators used a 'concussion substitute' during Islamabad's innings and brought in Naseem Shah in place of Andre Russell. Islamabad skipper Shadab Khan was visibly upset with the substitution as he felt it was not following the 'like-for-like' option needed for a 'concussion substitute'.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Islamabad United defeated Quetta Gladiators by ten wickets as Kiwi batsman Colin Munro and Aussie Usman Khwaja chased a low score of 133 runs within 10 overs.</p>


West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell suffered a blow on the head while batting for the Quetta Gladiators in a PSL 2021 match against Islamabad United on Friday and was stretchered off as the cricketer was feeling uncomfortable.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell suffered a blow on the head while batting for the Quetta Gladiators in a PSL 2021 match against Islamabad United on Friday and was stretchered off as the cricketer was feeling uncomfortable. The Gladiators batsman resumed batting despite the blow, however, was taken in an ambulance for further scans during Islamabad's first over. ALSO READ: Cricket: KKR weren't taking the tournament seriously, says Kuldeep Yadav Russell was struck on the head in the 14th over by Islamabad medium-pacer Muhammad Musa. The West Indies star had dispatched the ball for back-to-back sixes before suffering a blow. One must always witness a Dre Russ show. This time cut short by @iMusaKhan 🪄 #MatchDikhao l #HBLPSL6 l #QGvIU pic.twitter.com/pemprmMbCj — PakistanSuperLeague (@thePSLt20) June 11, 2021 × He was treated on the field itself and he resumed batting. However, he was dismissed on the very next ball. Get Well Soon Andre Russell 🤗 Take Care ❤️#IUvQG#HBLPSL6 #PSL6 pic.twitter.com/AAakUCnVXJ — SportsFreak_Sameer (@Sidharth_World_) June 11, 2021 × The Gladiators used a 'concussion substitute' during Islamabad's innings and brought in Naseem Shah in place of Andre Russell. Islamabad skipper Shadab Khan was visibly upset with the substitution as he felt it was not following the 'like-for-like' option needed for a 'concussion substitute'. Islamabad United defeated Quetta Gladiators by ten wickets as Kiwi batsman Colin Munro and Aussie Usman Khwaja chased a low score of 133 runs within 10 overs.

Cricket: Andre Russell leave PSL match on stretcher, taken to hospital in ambulance - WATCH

<p class="MsoNormal">West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has said that the bio-bubble life has “definitely taken a toll” on him because of the strict restrictions and quarantine rules imposed on participating players and staff in T20 tournaments and international series. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Russell, who was last seen playing for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2021, is gearing up for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in the UAE, which is likely to resume on June 7. However, moving from one bubble to another has taken a mental toll on Russell as he said that players not being able to go out for a walk and being locked inside a room doesn’t help. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"I think it's taking a toll on myself," Russell told Geo News.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"I can't talk for any other player, or coaches or anyone that goes through this whole quarantine stuff. But it's definitely taken a toll on me mentally because from bubble to bubble, in a room locked in, you can't go out for a walk, you can't go certain places, you can't socialise, it's different.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"But at the end of the day, I'm not being ungrateful, I'm grateful that we're still playing, we're still doing our job. So it's tough for us. But even though we prepared for it, it still takes a toll."</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-dilip-vengsarkar-picks-team-indias-game-changers-for-wtc-final-vs-new-zealand-389171" hreflang="en">Cricket: Dilip Vengsarkar picks Team India's game-changers for WTC final vs New Zealand</a></strong></p>

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<p class="MsoNormal">The West Indies brute said that he tries to kill time by using the bike in his room or trying other exercises during the tournaments, where players have to follow strict protocols due to the COVID-19 pandemic.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">"So for me, I like to have a bike or something in my room so that I can get my heart rate up," he said. "I would utilise the space that I have, go on the floor, do some of some push-ups. For some exercise, I use stuff in the room to just get something done."</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/very-difficult-to-stay-motivated-skipper-virat-kohli-on-mental-wellbeing-of-players-ahead-of-wtc-finals-389022" hreflang="en">'Very difficult to stay motivated': Skipper Virat Kohli on mental-wellbeing of players ahead of WTC finals</a></strong><o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Meanwhile, the PSL is set to resume from June 7 and the remaining 20 matches of the tournament will be played in Abu Dhabi where the players and other participants are undergoing quarantine ahead of the T20 tournament.<o:p></o:p></p>


West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has said that the bio-bubble life has “definitely taken a toll” on him because of the strict restrictions and quarantine rules imposed on participating players and staff in T20 tournaments and international series.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has said that the bio-bubble life has “definitely taken a toll” on him because of the strict restrictions and quarantine rules imposed on participating players and staff in T20 tournaments and international series. Russell, who was last seen playing for Kolkata Knight Riders in IPL 2021, is gearing up for the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in the UAE, which is likely to resume on June 7. However, moving from one bubble to another has taken a mental toll on Russell as he said that players not being able to go out for a walk and being locked inside a room doesn’t help. "I think it's taking a toll on myself," Russell told Geo News. "I can't talk for any other player, or coaches or anyone that goes through this whole quarantine stuff. But it's definitely taken a toll on me mentally because from bubble to bubble, in a room locked in, you can't go out for a walk, you can't go certain places, you can't socialise, it's different. "But at the end of the day, I'm not being ungrateful, I'm grateful that we're still playing, we're still doing our job. So it's tough for us. But even though we prepared for it, it still takes a toll." ALSO READ: Cricket: Dilip Vengsarkar picks Team India's game-changers for WTC final vs New Zealand The West Indies brute said that he tries to kill time by using the bike in his room or trying other exercises during the tournaments, where players have to follow strict protocols due to the COVID-19 pandemic. "So for me, I like to have a bike or something in my room so that I can get my heart rate up," he said. "I would utilise the space that I have, go on the floor, do some of some push-ups. For some exercise, I use stuff in the room to just get something done." ALSO READ: 'Very difficult to stay motivated': Skipper Virat Kohli on mental-wellbeing of players ahead of WTC finals Meanwhile, the PSL is set to resume from June 7 and the remaining 20 matches of the tournament will be played in Abu Dhabi where the players and other participants are undergoing quarantine ahead of the T20 tournament.

Cricket: Bubble life 'taken a toll on me mentally' - Andre Russell

<p class="MsoNormal">The Indian Premier League (IPL) is, for the second consecutive season, being played behind closed doors owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the last edition was played in the UAE, the ongoing edition is being held in India, but with empty stands and stadiums. Big-hitting Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Andre Russell, said he misses the feeling of playing in front of the crowd as it brings out the fire inside. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“I miss playing in front of crowds and especially Eden, where I know thousands of people got your back. That keeps me going. And it brings out the fire inside. The loud cheer, even before I face the first ball when I start running onto the crease, those vibes are unreal,” Russell said in the KKR’s latest release called Russell: The Knight of Eden.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">The West Indies all-rounder was slapped with a doping ban in 2017 and went on to miss the IPL and all formats of the game for a year. However, the setback didn’t affect Russell’s motivation as he said the ban made him stronger while adding that the KKR management wanted him to relax and focus on cricket.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“To be honest, that year was the toughest year. When you're doing well, sometimes people look for any reason to try and get it down. But that actually made me stronger. You know, Venky (Mysore) reached out to me, said they just want me to have a peaceful year to relax my head and to actually focus on cricket.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/virat-kohli-has-to-do-some-thinking-ashish-nehra-unhappy-with-harshal-patel-leaking-runs-at-death-for-rcb-381948" hreflang="en">'Virat Kohli has to do some thinking': Ashish Nehra unhappy with Harshal Patel leaking runs at death for RCB</a></strong></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“Being away from the game for a year, you know a lot of people doubted that I would come back and do the same thing. And I say you know what, this is the big moment. And good players shine in the big games. Three months before the ban lifted, I went on beast mode, getting stronger, losing weight. I came back in 2018 in a good season for KKR,” Russell recalled.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Russell lifted the IPL trophy with KKR in 2014 – which is also the franchise’s last title in the T20 tournament. The Caribbean brute said that he wants to experience the feeling of standing on a podium.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/meet-the-venkaboys-after-dravids-anger-cricketing-legends-in-a-boy-band-wins-over-internet-381961" hreflang="en">'Meet the Venkaboys': After Dravid's anger, Cricketing legends in a boy-band wins over internet</a></strong></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“I have won the IPL in 2014, and the feeling that I got to see the guys with tears in their eyes, that's the type of feeling I want to experience again. I want to be on the podium. It should be pure purple and gold. We have a very strong team on paper. But the gameplay wasn’t,” Russell added.<o:p></o:p></p>


The Indian Premier League (IPL) is, for the second consecutive season, being played behind closed doors owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the last edition was played in the UAE, the ongoing edition is being held in India, but with empty stands and stadiums.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is, for the second consecutive season, being played behind closed doors owing to the COVID-19 pandemic. While the last edition was played in the UAE, the ongoing edition is being held in India, but with empty stands and stadiums. Big-hitting Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Andre Russell, said he misses the feeling of playing in front of the crowd as it brings out the fire inside. “I miss playing in front of crowds and especially Eden, where I know thousands of people got your back. That keeps me going. And it brings out the fire inside. The loud cheer, even before I face the first ball when I start running onto the crease, those vibes are unreal,” Russell said in the KKR’s latest release called Russell: The Knight of Eden. The West Indies all-rounder was slapped with a doping ban in 2017 and went on to miss the IPL and all formats of the game for a year. However, the setback didn’t affect Russell’s motivation as he said the ban made him stronger while adding that the KKR management wanted him to relax and focus on cricket. “To be honest, that year was the toughest year. When you're doing well, sometimes people look for any reason to try and get it down. But that actually made me stronger. You know, Venky (Mysore) reached out to me, said they just want me to have a peaceful year to relax my head and to actually focus on cricket. ALSO READ: 'Virat Kohli has to do some thinking': Ashish Nehra unhappy with Harshal Patel leaking runs at death for RCB “Being away from the game for a year, you know a lot of people doubted that I would come back and do the same thing. And I say you know what, this is the big moment. And good players shine in the big games. Three months before the ban lifted, I went on beast mode, getting stronger, losing weight. I came back in 2018 in a good season for KKR,” Russell recalled. Russell lifted the IPL trophy with KKR in 2014 – which is also the franchise’s last title in the T20 tournament. The Caribbean brute said that he wants to experience the feeling of standing on a podium. ALSO READ: 'Meet the Venkaboys': After Dravid's anger, Cricketing legends in a boy-band wins over internet “I have won the IPL in 2014, and the feeling that I got to see the guys with tears in their eyes, that's the type of feeling I want to experience again. I want to be on the podium. It should be pure purple and gold. We have a very strong team on paper. But the gameplay wasn’t,” Russell added.

I want to be on the podium: Andre Russell desperate to win IPL again with KKR

<p class="MsoNormal">The match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 has been one of the most thrilling contests in the 14th edition of the tournament. While CSK put a mammoth 220 runs on the scoreboard, KKR almost chased it down despite being 31/5 at one point. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">KKR, after a top-order collapse, showed immense grit and determination to take the match close with the likes of Andre Russell, Dinesh Karthik and Pat Cummins playing some mind-boggling strokes all over the park. However, Cummins failed to take KKR over the winning line as the two-time IPL winners fell short of the total by a whisker.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">When KKR were reeling at 31/5, Russell brought out the beast in him and whacked the CSK bowlers all over the park. At the time when it was looking as Russell would do the unthinkable and help KKR chase down the massive total, a soft dismissal sent the West Indies all-rounder packing. <o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">Russell was seen sitting on the staircase just outside the dressing room and was all emotional about his dismissal. The all-rounder has now revealed what was going through his mind following that dismissal in the CSK match.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/starts-like-a-million-dollar-baby-but-goes-down-rapidly-samsons-form-leaves-gambhir-frustrated-379849" hreflang="en">'Starts like a million-dollar baby but goes down rapidly': Samson's form leaves Gambhir frustrated</a></strong></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“Well, I was very emotional and I didn’t know how to go to the changing room and face all my teammates after leaving a ball and getting out bowled like that,” Russell told KKR.in.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“You know, the job is not complete, and I wanted to take the team over the line. So I think the emotions got the best of me but staying strong,” he added.</p>

<p class="MsoNormal"><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2021-kieron-pollard-leaves-crease-before-ball-being-bowled-sparks-debate-379821" hreflang="en">IPL 2021: Kieron Pollard leaves crease before ball being bowled; sparks debate</a></strong></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">“Once I’m there, you know everything is possible. Yeah, I’ve done it before a lot of times. So fans can know that listen, no doubt even when it’s 100 runs in 20 balls, there’s always a possibility of 20 sixes; who knows?” Russell said.<o:p></o:p></p>

<p class="MsoNormal">KKR will take on RR on Saturday in Mumbai as the action in IPL 2021 continues.<o:p></o:p></p>


The match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 has been one of the most thrilling contests in the 14th edition of the tournament.

The match between Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2021 has been one of the most thrilling contests in the 14th edition of the tournament. While CSK put a mammoth 220 runs on the scoreboard, KKR almost chased it down despite being 31/5 at one point. KKR, after a top-order collapse, showed immense grit and determination to take the match close with the likes of Andre Russell, Dinesh Karthik and Pat Cummins playing some mind-boggling strokes all over the park. However, Cummins failed to take KKR over the winning line as the two-time IPL winners fell short of the total by a whisker. When KKR were reeling at 31/5, Russell brought out the beast in him and whacked the CSK bowlers all over the park. At the time when it was looking as Russell would do the unthinkable and help KKR chase down the massive total, a soft dismissal sent the West Indies all-rounder packing. Russell was seen sitting on the staircase just outside the dressing room and was all emotional about his dismissal. The all-rounder has now revealed what was going through his mind following that dismissal in the CSK match. ALSO READ: 'Starts like a million-dollar baby but goes down rapidly': Samson's form leaves Gambhir frustrated “Well, I was very emotional and I didn’t know how to go to the changing room and face all my teammates after leaving a ball and getting out bowled like that,” Russell told KKR.in. “You know, the job is not complete, and I wanted to take the team over the line. So I think the emotions got the best of me but staying strong,” he added. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Kieron Pollard leaves crease before ball being bowled; sparks debate “Once I’m there, you know everything is possible. Yeah, I’ve done it before a lot of times. So fans can know that listen, no doubt even when it’s 100 runs in 20 balls, there’s always a possibility of 20 sixes; who knows?” Russell said. KKR will take on RR on Saturday in Mumbai as the action in IPL 2021 continues.

Didn't know how to face my teammates: Andre Russell on staircase moment after dismissal vs CSK

Royal Challengers Bangalore batsman AB de Villiers talked about the win against Kolkata Knight Riders, plans of coming out of retirement for South Africa, batting at number five for RCB, Glenn Maxwell's form and more.

AB de Villiers talks about coming out of retirement for South Africa

Kolkata Knight Riders head coach Brendon McCullum talks about the defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2021, AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell, Varun Chakaravarthy's spell and more.

AB de Villiers, Glenn Maxwell took the game away: KKR's Brendon McCullum

<p>Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday suffered a crushing defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Mumbai as the Eoin Morgan-led team lost by 10 runs after cruising through the chase for 18 overs. KKR all-rounder Andre Russell reacted to the heartbreaking defeat while also backing owner and Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan’s tweet apologising to the fans.</p>

<p>KKR were superb with the ball as they restricted MI to 152, courtesy Andre Russell’s five-wicket-haul. Chasing 153, openers Shubman Gill and Nitish Rana stitched a 72-run stand as KKR looked comfortable with the modest chase. However, no other batsman&nbsp;managed to get to double digits as KKR slumped to a 10-run defeat.</p>

<p>Shah Rukh Khan took to Twitter to express his disappointment over the defeat and apologized to KKR fans for a poor outing with the bat.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ipl-2021-kolkata-knight-riders-choke-as-mumbai-indians-continue-dominance-377373" hreflang="en">IPL 2021: Kolkata Knight Riders choke as Mumbai Indians continue dominance</a></strong></p>

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<p>While Russell was fantastic with the ball, he failed to get into the groove with the bat and witnessed KKR go down to MI once again.</p>

<p>“Yeah, I support that Tweet but at the end of the day,&nbsp;the game of cricket… you are not sure until it’s over. I think we are still confident, we still played some good cricket and I am proud of the boys. You know, we are definitely disappointed but it’s not the end of the world, it’s only the second game and we are going to learn from it,” Russell said in the post-match press conference.</p>

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<p>“I just think it’s a game of cricket. I have played hundreds of T20 games and I have seen games where teams cruise in on the driver’s seat and then suddenly lose a few wickets, and that’s what happened tonight. So, we definitely have to learn from this. We will look to make sure that who’s in, stays in and once we learn from all these mistakes we will definitely do better. I have trust and confidence in the boys,” he added.</p>

<p>KKR will next be in action against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 18 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.</p>

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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday suffered a crushing defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Mumbai as the Eoin Morgan-led team lost by 10 runs after cruising through the chase for 18 overs.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Tuesday suffered a crushing defeat to Mumbai Indians (MI) in the Indian Premier League at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Mumbai as the Eoin Morgan-led team lost by 10 runs after cruising through the chase for 18 overs. KKR all-rounder Andre Russell reacted to the heartbreaking defeat while also backing owner and Bollywood megastar Shah Rukh Khan’s tweet apologising to the fans. KKR were superb with the ball as they restricted MI to 152, courtesy Andre Russell’s five-wicket-haul. Chasing 153, openers Shubman Gill and Nitish Rana stitched a 72-run stand as KKR looked comfortable with the modest chase. However, no other batsman managed to get to double digits as KKR slumped to a 10-run defeat. Shah Rukh Khan took to Twitter to express his disappointment over the defeat and apologized to KKR fans for a poor outing with the bat. ALSO READ: IPL 2021: Kolkata Knight Riders choke as Mumbai Indians continue dominance Disappointing performance. to say the least @KKRiders apologies to all the fans! — Shah Rukh Khan (@iamsrk) April 13, 2021 × While Russell was fantastic with the ball, he failed to get into the groove with the bat and witnessed KKR go down to MI once again. “Yeah, I support that Tweet but at the end of the day, the game of cricket… you are not sure until it’s over. I think we are still confident, we still played some good cricket and I am proud of the boys. You know, we are definitely disappointed but it’s not the end of the world, it’s only the second game and we are going to learn from it,” Russell said in the post-match press conference. × ALSO READ: Ben Stokes ruled out of IPL 2021 with a finger injury “I just think it’s a game of cricket. I have played hundreds of T20 games and I have seen games where teams cruise in on the driver’s seat and then suddenly lose a few wickets, and that’s what happened tonight. So, we definitely have to learn from this. We will look to make sure that who’s in, stays in and once we learn from all these mistakes we will definitely do better. I have trust and confidence in the boys,” he added. KKR will next be in action against Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 18 at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.

Not the end of world: Andre Russell reacts to Shah Rukh Khan's apology tweet after MI defeat

Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Andre Russell talked about the disastrous batting collapse against Mumbai Indians, crushing defeat, failure to finish the chase with Dinesh Karthik, Chennai pitch and more

Disappointing defeat against Mumbai Indians, will learn from it: KKR's Andre Russell

IPL 2021: Kolkata Knight Riders choke as Mumbai Indians continue dominance

Kolkata Knight Riders captain Eoin Morgan talks about KKR's thumping win over Sunrisers Hyderabad, Nitish Rana's special knock, Andre Russell's fitness, Dinesh Karthik's batting position and more.

Dinesh Karthik is happy with his batting position: Eoin Morgan

IPL 2020 LIVE: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders. Join in for match analysis.

IPL 2020 LIVE: Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Kolkata Knight Riders

<p>Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) open their <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl">Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020</a> campaign against defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday action cricketing action continues in the T20 tournament.</p>

<p>While Mumbai Indians will be gunning to make a comeback after their season opener defeat against Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders would be hoping to put the ‘Bogey Team’ tag away from Mumbai Indians and start their IPL 2020 journey with a win.&nbsp;</p>

<p>KKR have an exciting side on paper with the addition of Eoin Morgan, Pat Cummins and Tom Banton expected to add that extra layer of depth to their squad. Selecting the playing XI will be headache for Brendon McCullum and skipper Dinesh Karthik with plenty of top quality options available at their helm. Andre Russell is expected to do the heavy-lifting for the Kolkata outfit.</p>

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<p><strong>TRENDING:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-33-sixes-smashed-in-rr-vs-csk-match-with-major-record-equalised-329622" hreflang="en">Watch: 33 sixes smashed in RR vs CSK match with major record equalised</a></strong></p>

<p>Whereas MI will be looking to stick with the same XI and get it going in the UAE. They might look to bring in Nathan Coulter-Nile, depending on his fitness, in place of James Pattinson. MI have a world-class squad with the likes of Rohit Sharma, Quinton de Kock, Pandya brothers, Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult among others.</p>

<p>However, they would be wary of the threat possessed by the likes of Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Morgan and others. KKR have an interesting bowling unit as well with plenty of domestic pacers but all eyes will be on their ace spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who had a torrid outing last time in IPL 2019.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Talking about head-to-head encounters, it has been a one-way traffic with Mumbai Indians winning 19 of their matches whereas KKR have won just 6.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/watch-ms-dhoni-smashes-three-sixes-in-final-over-as-ball-lands-outside-the-stadium-329610" hreflang="en">Watch: MS Dhoni smashes three sixes in final over as ball lands outside the stadium</a></strong></p>

<p>A score of around 160 is expected in Abu Dhabi with the dew factor coming into the play in second innings.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Squads:</strong></h2>

<p><strong>Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: </strong>Shubman Gill, Sunil Narine, Nitish Rana, Eoin Morgan, Dinesh Karthik(w/c), Andre Russell, Pat Cummins, Kuldeep Yadav, Shivam Mavi, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Prasidh Krishna, Rahul Tripathi, Siddhesh Lad, Sandeep Warrier, Nikhil Naik, Chris Green, Lockie Ferguson, Rinku Singh, Ali Khan, Tom Banton, Varun Chakravarthy, Manimaran Siddharth</p>

<p><strong>Mumbai Indians Squad: </strong>Rohit Sharma(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Saurabh Tiwary, Hardik Pandya, Kieron Pollard, Krunal Pandya, James Pattinson, Rahul Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Chris Lynn, Aditya Tare, Dhawal Kulkarni, Mitchell McClenaghan, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jayant Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Anmolpreet Singh, Anukul Roy, Mohsin Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Digvijay Deshmukh, Prince Balwant Rai<br />
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Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) open their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 campaign against defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday action cricketing action continues in the T20 tournament.

Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) open their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020 campaign against defending champions Mumbai Indians (MI) at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday action cricketing action continues in the T20 tournament. While Mumbai Indians will be gunning to make a comeback after their season opener defeat against Chennai Super Kings, Kolkata Knight Riders would be hoping to put the ‘Bogey Team’ tag away from Mumbai Indians and start their IPL 2020 journey with a win. KKR have an exciting side on paper with the addition of Eoin Morgan, Pat Cummins and Tom Banton expected to add that extra layer of depth to their squad. Selecting the playing XI will be headache for Brendon McCullum and skipper Dinesh Karthik with plenty of top quality options available at their helm. Andre Russell is expected to do the heavy-lifting for the Kolkata outfit. How many of you remember this Russell Mania at Eden Gardens - 80*(40) against #MumbaiIndians ? What does Dre Russ have in store for #KKR today? 📽️📽️https://t.co/Xbl8WHGVHM #Dream11IPL #KKRvMI pic.twitter.com/0C4EHFOvB4 — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) September 23, 2020 × TRENDING: Watch: 33 sixes smashed in RR vs CSK match with major record equalised Whereas MI will be looking to stick with the same XI and get it going in the UAE. They might look to bring in Nathan Coulter-Nile, depending on his fitness, in place of James Pattinson. MI have a world-class squad with the likes of Rohit Sharma, Quinton de Kock, Pandya brothers, Jasprit Bumrah and Trent Boult among others. However, they would be wary of the threat possessed by the likes of Andre Russell, Sunil Narine, Morgan and others. KKR have an interesting bowling unit as well with plenty of domestic pacers but all eyes will be on their ace spinner Kuldeep Yadav, who had a torrid outing last time in IPL 2019. Talking about head-to-head encounters, it has been a one-way traffic with Mumbai Indians winning 19 of their matches whereas KKR have won just 6. ALSO: Watch: MS Dhoni smashes three sixes in final over as ball lands outside the stadium A score of around 160 is expected in Abu Dhabi with the dew factor coming into the play in second innings. Squads: Kolkata Knight Riders Squad: Shubman Gill, Sunil Narine, Nitish Rana, Eoin Morgan, Dinesh Karthik(w/c), Andre Russell, Pat Cummins, Kuldeep Yadav, Shivam Mavi, Kamlesh Nagarkoti, Prasidh Krishna, Rahul Tripathi, Siddhesh Lad, Sandeep Warrier, Nikhil Naik, Chris Green, Lockie Ferguson, Rinku Singh, Ali Khan, Tom Banton, Varun Chakravarthy, Manimaran Siddharth Mumbai Indians Squad: Rohit Sharma(c), Quinton de Kock(w), Suryakumar Yadav, Saurabh Tiwary, Hardik Pandya, Kieron Pollard, Krunal Pandya, James Pattinson, Rahul Chahar, Trent Boult, Jasprit Bumrah, Chris Lynn, Aditya Tare, Dhawal Kulkarni, Mitchell McClenaghan, Nathan Coulter-Nile, Jayant Yadav, Ishan Kishan, Anmolpreet Singh, Anukul Roy, Mohsin Khan, Sherfane Rutherford, Digvijay Deshmukh, Prince Balwant Rai

KKR vs MI, IPL 2020 Preview: Dinesh Karthik's Knights face wounded champions Mumbai Indians

<p>West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has been cleared of serious injury after being hit in the helmet and carted off the ground during a Caribbean Premier League match on Thursday, organisers said.</p>

<p>The Jamaica Tallawahs player was struck near the right ear when attempting to pull a short ball by St Lucia Zouks paceman Hardus Viljoen and ended up leaving the field on a stretcher in a neck brace.</p>

<p>CPL organisers said the 31-year-old had been cleared by scans at hospital.</p>

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<p>"Under the doctor's advice he has headed back to the team hotel with his wife and a member of the Tallawahs medical team to rest and recover," the league said on Twitter.</p>

<p>Australia's Phillip Hughes died after being struck with a bouncer during a Sheffield Shield match in Sydney in 2014.</p>

<p>In the ongoing Ashes series, fellow Australian Steve Smith was floored by a short Jofra Archer delivery in the second test at Lord's.</p>

<p>Smith returned to bat after a concussion test but was later ruled out of the third match at Headingley.</p>


West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has been cleared of serious injury after being hit in the helmet and carted off the ground during a Caribbean Premier League match on Thursday, organisers said.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell has been cleared of serious injury after being hit in the helmet and carted off the ground during a Caribbean Premier League match on Thursday, organisers said. The Jamaica Tallawahs player was struck near the right ear when attempting to pull a short ball by St Lucia Zouks paceman Hardus Viljoen and ended up leaving the field on a stretcher in a neck brace. CPL organisers said the 31-year-old had been cleared by scans at hospital. Update: Andre Russell has been taken to the hospital for a scan after a nasty blow. #CPL19 pic.twitter.com/spCffsk2gM — CPL T20 (@CPL) September 13, 2019 × "Under the doctor's advice he has headed back to the team hotel with his wife and a member of the Tallawahs medical team to rest and recover," the league said on Twitter. Australia's Phillip Hughes died after being struck with a bouncer during a Sheffield Shield match in Sydney in 2014. In the ongoing Ashes series, fellow Australian Steve Smith was floored by a short Jofra Archer delivery in the second test at Lord's. Smith returned to bat after a concussion test but was later ruled out of the third match at Headingley.

Windies' Andre Russell cleared of serious injury after head blow

<p>West Indies cricketer Carlos Brathwaite said that teammate Andre Russell "really wanted to show off his skills" after the later made himself unavailable for the first two T20Is of the three-match series against India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell opted out of the first two matches owing to the discomfort he experienced in his surgically-repaired knee at the Global T20 Canada.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Jason Mohammed will be replacing Russell in the first T20I clashes.</p>

<p>"He really wanted to play, he really wanted to come and show off his skills and show off what he does in franchise cricket for the West Indies," ICC quoted Brathwaite as saying.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Unfortunately, he took another knock and he doesn't think that if he comes here, he'd be doing justice to other people who could be here and are 100%. Obviously, he's a big loss, not only on the field but off the field," Brathwaite added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In the dressing room, in and around the team, he's a big character, very jovial, and in my eyes, a leader in the dressing room as well. But, obviously, if we need to get him ready for the Twenty20 World Cup, we have to do without him for a couple of series, I prefer that than pushing him in this series and making a long term injury," he further said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>India's tour of West Indies will open with the T20Is in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3.&nbsp;</p>


West Indies cricketer Carlos Brathwaite said that teammate Andre Russell "really wanted to show off his skills" after the later made himself unavailable for the first two T20Is of the three-match series against India.

West Indies cricketer Carlos Brathwaite said that teammate Andre Russell "really wanted to show off his skills" after the later made himself unavailable for the first two T20Is of the three-match series against India. Russell opted out of the first two matches owing to the discomfort he experienced in his surgically-repaired knee at the Global T20 Canada. Jason Mohammed will be replacing Russell in the first T20I clashes. "He really wanted to play, he really wanted to come and show off his skills and show off what he does in franchise cricket for the West Indies," ICC quoted Brathwaite as saying. "Unfortunately, he took another knock and he doesn't think that if he comes here, he'd be doing justice to other people who could be here and are 100%. Obviously, he's a big loss, not only on the field but off the field," Brathwaite added. "In the dressing room, in and around the team, he's a big character, very jovial, and in my eyes, a leader in the dressing room as well. But, obviously, if we need to get him ready for the Twenty20 World Cup, we have to do without him for a couple of series, I prefer that than pushing him in this series and making a long term injury," he further said. India's tour of West Indies will open with the T20Is in Florida, the ODIs are lined up from August 8 and the Tests will take place from August 22 to September 3.

Andre Russell really wanted to play and show off skills, says Carlos Brathwaite

Top all-rounders to watch out for in Cricket World Cup 2019

<p>West Indies star all-rounder has been ruled out of the Cricket World Cup 2019 owing to an injury ob his left knee, the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In the ongoing edition, Russell has taken five wickets in four matches he played, in the match against New Zealand, Russell was dropped.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell visibly struggled with a knee problem during Windies' match against Bangladesh.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 26-year old batsman Sunil Ambris has been confirmed as Russell's replacement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Ambris will join up with his team in preparation for his side's match against India at Old Trafford on Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>West Indies, who currently sit eighth in the standings, need three wins from their final three matches to remain in contention for a semi-final spot.</p>

<p>Jason Holder's side next face India at Old Trafford on Thursday.</p>


West Indies star all-rounder has been ruled out of the Cricket World Cup 2019 owing to an injury ob his left knee, the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed.

West Indies star all-rounder has been ruled out of the Cricket World Cup 2019 owing to an injury ob his left knee, the International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed. In the ongoing edition, Russell has taken five wickets in four matches he played, in the match against New Zealand, Russell was dropped. Russell visibly struggled with a knee problem during Windies' match against Bangladesh. The 26-year old batsman Sunil Ambris has been confirmed as Russell's replacement. BREAKING: Andre Russell has been ruled out of the rest of #CWC19 through injury. Sunil Ambris will join the West Indies squad as his replacement.#CWC19 | #MenInMaroon pic.twitter.com/BuhWdjskzq — Cricket World Cup (@cricketworldcup) June 24, 2019 × Ambris will join up with his team in preparation for his side's match against India at Old Trafford on Thursday. West Indies, who currently sit eighth in the standings, need three wins from their final three matches to remain in contention for a semi-final spot. Jason Holder's side next face India at Old Trafford on Thursday.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell ruled out of World Cup with injury

<p>Justin Langer has hailed the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/steve-waugh-ranks-dangerous-windies-as-world-cups-most-watchable-side-224066">West Indies'</a> "Calypso cricket", admitting they were his heroes when he was growing up as he prepares Australia to face their current battery of fast bowlers.</p>

<p>The two teams, who have won seven out of the 11 World Cups so far between them, meet at Trent Bridge on Thursday after both cruised to comfortable opening victories.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Head coach Langer said defending champions Australia would need to adjust their mindset to take on the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/i-am-a-fast-bowler-thunders-andre-russell-after-startling-pakistan-in-their-world-cup-opener-223332">West Indies quicks and other fast bowlers</a> at the tournament in England and Wales.</p>

<p>"We've probably spent four months thinking and playing against spin bowling," he said on Tuesday.</p>

<p>"We have to adapt to the West Indies no doubt, who have got a number of good, fast bowlers. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-south-african-pacer-dale-steyn-ruled-out-of-tournament-due-to-shoulder-injury-224247">South Africa</a> will be the same. England will be the same. Have to adapt our game plan and adapt pretty quickly.&nbsp;Obviously a very dangerous team the way they bat and aggressive bowling, but they've got weaknesses as well and we're playing pretty good cricket," said Langer.</p>

<p>West Indies, who won the first two World Cups, in 1975 and 1979, were the dominant force in the world game for two decades and boasted a succession of world-class fast bowlers and thrilling batsmen.</p>

<p>"When I was a kid it was Calypso cricket, and I think we're seeing plenty of signs of Calypso cricket," Langer said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Running and bowling fast. They're not necessarily going to be bowling the same spot every ball, but going to be exciting to watch. They all try to hit sixes most balls so Darren Bravo's probably a little bit more unorthodox.&nbsp;Always exciting playing the West Indies. When I was growing up they were my heroes," added Langer.</p>

<p>Langer described veteran opener Chris Gayle, who scored 50 in the West Indies' seven-wicket victory against Pakistan, as a "brilliant player".</p>

<p>"They got a number of dangerous players. With him&nbsp;on the team&nbsp;they seemed to grow a leg. They take confidence from him. Again, hopefully, don't take too much confidence on Thursday," he said.</p>

<p>Australia were on the end of a thumping last year when England posted a world record one-day international score of 481 for six at Trent Bridge and Langer described the experience as "brutal".</p>

<p>"Had some really good times here at Trent Bridge and last year was a down," he said.</p>

<p>Langer welcomed <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/world-cup-2019-english-crowds-stupid-to-boo-david-warner-says-manager-224097">David Warner's</a> innings of 89 not out in Australia's win against Afghanistan, his first official international match since completing a one-year ban for ball tampering.</p>

<p>"You can see the look in his eyes. A lot of people are talking. Looks determined. For him to battle through 90 or 80, whatever it was, and to still be there at the end and get the job done for the team, that's a great sign for us," Langer said.</p>


Justin Langer has hailed the West Indies' "Calypso cricket", admitting they were his heroes when he was growing up as he prepares Australia to face their current battery of fast bowlers.

Justin Langer has hailed the West Indies' "Calypso cricket", admitting they were his heroes when he was growing up as he prepares Australia to face their current battery of fast bowlers. The two teams, who have won seven out of the 11 World Cups so far between them, meet at Trent Bridge on Thursday after both cruised to comfortable opening victories. Head coach Langer said defending champions Australia would need to adjust their mindset to take on the West Indies quicks and other fast bowlers at the tournament in England and Wales. "We've probably spent four months thinking and playing against spin bowling," he said on Tuesday. "We have to adapt to the West Indies no doubt, who have got a number of good, fast bowlers. South Africa will be the same. England will be the same. Have to adapt our game plan and adapt pretty quickly. Obviously a very dangerous team the way they bat and aggressive bowling, but they've got weaknesses as well and we're playing pretty good cricket," said Langer. West Indies, who won the first two World Cups, in 1975 and 1979, were the dominant force in the world game for two decades and boasted a succession of world-class fast bowlers and thrilling batsmen. "When I was a kid it was Calypso cricket, and I think we're seeing plenty of signs of Calypso cricket," Langer said. "Running and bowling fast. They're not necessarily going to be bowling the same spot every ball, but going to be exciting to watch. They all try to hit sixes most balls so Darren Bravo's probably a little bit more unorthodox. Always exciting playing the West Indies. When I was growing up they were my heroes," added Langer. Langer described veteran opener Chris Gayle, who scored 50 in the West Indies' seven-wicket victory against Pakistan, as a "brilliant player". "They got a number of dangerous players. With him on the team they seemed to grow a leg. They take confidence from him. Again, hopefully, don't take too much confidence on Thursday," he said. Australia were on the end of a thumping last year when England posted a world record one-day international score of 481 for six at Trent Bridge and Langer described the experience as "brutal". "Had some really good times here at Trent Bridge and last year was a down," he said. Langer welcomed David Warner's innings of 89 not out in Australia's win against Afghanistan, his first official international match since completing a one-year ban for ball tampering. "You can see the look in his eyes. A lot of people are talking. Looks determined. For him to battle through 90 or 80, whatever it was, and to still be there at the end and get the job done for the team, that's a great sign for us," Langer said.

Coach Justin Langer prepares Australia for West Indies World Cup pace test

<p>West Indies are the most watchable side in this year's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/inept-to-inspiring-i-always-say-be-patient-with-us-says-captain-sarfaraz-after-beating-england-224025">Cricket World Cup</a> and every team will be wary of facing them, former Australia captain Steve Waugh has said.</p>

<p>The winners of the first two <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/englands-joe-root-scores-first-hundred-of-cricket-world-cup-2019-223998">World Cups</a> back in the 1970s, West Indies have not made the final since 1983 but the recent return of some top players following the resolution of a long-running pay dispute with their board has provided a big boost.</p>

<p>There was never any doubt about their batting firepower with crowd-pleasing opening batsman Chris Gayle and all-rounder Andre Russell in the side but they also showcased their bowling prowess in their opening match against Pakistan.</p>

<p>In a performance evoking memories of the team's heyday in the 1980s, their quicks led by Oshane Thomas harassed Pakistan with fiery bouncers in bowler-friendly conditions to dismiss them for their second-lowest World Cup total of 105.</p>

<p>Thomas finished with 4-27, while captain Jason Holder and Russell shared five wickets between them to send an early warning to their World Cup rivals with a seven-wicket win.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/nathan-coulter-nile-warns-windies-says-be-ready-for-chin-music-223661">Champions Australia</a> will be up next on Thursday with Aaron Finch's team also picking up a comfortable seven-wicket victory in their opening match against Afghanistan.</p>

<p>"The West Indies ... possess a squad full of match winners that can dominate if they gain any sense of ascendancy in a match," Waugh said in a column for the governing body International Cricket Council.</p>

<p>"They are the most watchable team in the tournament with a batting line-up that can kidnap any bowling attack with brute force,'' he said.</p>

<p>"No ground is big enough when this behemoth of a batting order clicks into overdrive but they also have vulnerability against high-quality bowling as they tend to play one dimensional at times. For the first time in a long while they have fast-bowling depth vindicated by Friday's win against Pakistan without their finest in Kemar Roach and Shannon Gabriel," Waugh added.</p>

<p>Waugh, 54, said West Indies would still need to improve their fielding.</p>

<p>"Their Achilles heel, however, will be their lack of mobility in the field and this is where Australia can influence the outcome," said Waugh, who won the World Cup with Australia in 1987 before leading the side to their second title in 1999 when the tournament was last held in England.</p>

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<p>"Every side in this tournament will be wary of playing the Windies and I wouldn't want to face them in a knock-out match. They are the sort of team that, if they get on a roll and build some momentum, then they could win it all like the ICC Men's World T20 back in 2016," Waugh said.</p>


West Indies are the most watchable side in this year's Cricket World Cup and every team will be wary of facing them, former Australia captain Steve Waugh has said.

West Indies are the most watchable side in this year's Cricket World Cup and every team will be wary of facing them, former Australia captain Steve Waugh has said. The winners of the first two World Cups back in the 1970s, West Indies have not made the final since 1983 but the recent return of some top players following the resolution of a long-running pay dispute with their board has provided a big boost. There was never any doubt about their batting firepower with crowd-pleasing opening batsman Chris Gayle and all-rounder Andre Russell in the side but they also showcased their bowling prowess in their opening match against Pakistan. In a performance evoking memories of the team's heyday in the 1980s, their quicks led by Oshane Thomas harassed Pakistan with fiery bouncers in bowler-friendly conditions to dismiss them for their second-lowest World Cup total of 105. Thomas finished with 4-27, while captain Jason Holder and Russell shared five wickets between them to send an early warning to their World Cup rivals with a seven-wicket win. Champions Australia will be up next on Thursday with Aaron Finch's team also picking up a comfortable seven-wicket victory in their opening match against Afghanistan. "The West Indies ... possess a squad full of match winners that can dominate if they gain any sense of ascendancy in a match," Waugh said in a column for the governing body International Cricket Council. "They are the most watchable team in the tournament with a batting line-up that can kidnap any bowling attack with brute force,'' he said. "No ground is big enough when this behemoth of a batting order clicks into overdrive but they also have vulnerability against high-quality bowling as they tend to play one dimensional at times. For the first time in a long while they have fast-bowling depth vindicated by Friday's win against Pakistan without their finest in Kemar Roach and Shannon Gabriel," Waugh added. Waugh, 54, said West Indies would still need to improve their fielding. "Their Achilles heel, however, will be their lack of mobility in the field and this is where Australia can influence the outcome," said Waugh, who won the World Cup with Australia in 1987 before leading the side to their second title in 1999 when the tournament was last held in England. Here's the complete fixture of Cricket World Cup 2019: "Every side in this tournament will be wary of playing the Windies and I wouldn't want to face them in a knock-out match. They are the sort of team that, if they get on a roll and build some momentum, then they could win it all like the ICC Men's World T20 back in 2016," Waugh said.

Steve Waugh ranks 'dangerous' Windies as World Cup's most watchable side

<p>West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell reminded that he is a fast bowler to all who are only in awe of his incredible power-hitting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"A lot of people have been saying I'm in the team as a big-hitting batter but they don't remember I'm a fast bowler," said Russell after the World Cup match against Pakistan.</p>

<p>Russell returned with figures of 2/4 in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/west-indies-beat-pakistan-by-seven-wickets-in-cricket-world-cup-223250">West Indies' seven-wicket thrashing of Pakistan</a> at the Trent Bridge, starting their campaign in the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cricket-world-cup-2015-firmly-behind-kane-williamsons-new-zealand-as-they-reunite-with-sri-lanka-223318">World Cup</a> on a high note.</p>

<p>"I think they underestimate me. I've been jealous in the past couple of years because people have me down as a medium-pacer. When I see 'Andre Russell' come up on the big screen and I see 'medium-pacer', I'm like, who are they talking to?" said&nbsp;Russell.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Actually, I'm annoyed. Who's responsible for that stuff should change medium-pacer to fast."</p>

<p>Russell lit up the Indian Premier League with a flurry of fours and sixes, the incredible hitting drowning the fact that he can also bowl fast.</p>

<p>"At the end of the day I've shown them I can bowl 90mph. I think they should put some respect by my name. Today, when you turn up and see a (bouncy) pitch like that, it gives you a vibe to bowl fast, an energy to bowl fast," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell is confident he will be fit for the side's second match against Australia on June 6, despite limping heavily after his match-turning spell in the thumping win.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I've been playing for years with these knee injuries," Russell said after the match.</p>

<p>"And sometimes it feels worse than some days but, at the end of the day, I'm a professional. I know what to do to get back. I think I have five days before the next game so that is more than enough time to get my knee back to normal and get it settled,'' he said.</p>

<p>"Let's just see what happens. I have a good physio team, massage team, here so they're going to be working with me closely for the next couple of days," Russell said.&nbsp;</p>


West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell reminded that he is a fast bowler to all who are only in awe of his incredible power-hitting. "A lot of people have been saying I'm in the team as a big-hitting batter but they don't remember I'm a fast bowler," said Russell after the World Cup match against Pakistan.

West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell reminded that he is a fast bowler to all who are only in awe of his incredible power-hitting. "A lot of people have been saying I'm in the team as a big-hitting batter but they don't remember I'm a fast bowler," said Russell after the World Cup match against Pakistan. Russell returned with figures of 2/4 in West Indies' seven-wicket thrashing of Pakistan at the Trent Bridge, starting their campaign in the World Cup on a high note. "I think they underestimate me. I've been jealous in the past couple of years because people have me down as a medium-pacer. When I see 'Andre Russell' come up on the big screen and I see 'medium-pacer', I'm like, who are they talking to?" said Russell. "Actually, I'm annoyed. Who's responsible for that stuff should change medium-pacer to fast." Russell lit up the Indian Premier League with a flurry of fours and sixes, the incredible hitting drowning the fact that he can also bowl fast. "At the end of the day I've shown them I can bowl 90mph. I think they should put some respect by my name. Today, when you turn up and see a (bouncy) pitch like that, it gives you a vibe to bowl fast, an energy to bowl fast," he added. Russell is confident he will be fit for the side's second match against Australia on June 6, despite limping heavily after his match-turning spell in the thumping win. "I've been playing for years with these knee injuries," Russell said after the match. "And sometimes it feels worse than some days but, at the end of the day, I'm a professional. I know what to do to get back. I think I have five days before the next game so that is more than enough time to get my knee back to normal and get it settled,'' he said. "Let's just see what happens. I have a good physio team, massage team, here so they're going to be working with me closely for the next couple of days," Russell said.

'I am a fast bowler,' thunders Andre Russell after startling Pakistan in their World Cup opener

World Cup: Six players to watch out for in West Indies vs Pakistan match

<p><a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/consistency-key-for-dangerous-west-indies-at-world-cup-brian-lara-208975&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjM7PKi6MDiAhVMuo8KHaVdCMUQFjADegQIEBAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw0jUSDUXjOzNR9CgLVwOD9Y">West Indies</a> missed a historic run-mark in their second World Cup warm-up match.</p>

<p>The <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/chris-gayle-named-vice-captain-of-windies-world-cup-team-216601&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjM7PKi6MDiAhVMuo8KHaVdCMUQFjAAegQIAxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw1e5yLV0-qZCv-IPbpVc-qC">Caribbean side</a> fell short of 79 runs to post the first-ever target of 500 runs in one-day international (ODI).</p>

<p>Century by Shai Hope and half-century by <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/andre-russell-named-in-west-indies-world-cup-squad-kieron-pollard-and-sunil-narine-omitted-213370&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwjM7PKi6MDiAhVMuo8KHaVdCMUQFjABegQIDhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw23HYA6N_xgtzGJJdpMcuxr">Andre Russell</a> helped West Indies to score a mammoth total after being asked to bat first.</p>

<p>On the 500-run mark, Shai said that it is definitely a goal and they can achieve it at some point with the batting power they have.</p>

<p>"It is definitely a goal we can try to achieve at some point," Hope said.</p>

<p>"Definitely, it would be great to be the first team to cross that 500 mark, and I am sure we have the batting firepower to do it," said Shai Hope.</p>

<p>Talking about the team performance batting all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite said that the tailenders can't contribute the same as they played against New Zealand, Also, it depends on the intent, situation, and execution from the batsmen.</p>

<p>"However, in a real game, you probably won't have the depth in batting at 10 and 11 that we had today. So you need to be a little real about the target," said Carlos Brathwaite.</p>

<p>"But what I will say is the intent and the execution from batsman to batsman, situation to situation, believe it or not, there were some times when we consolidated. So that was beautiful. Just to play what was probably the perfect batting innings as a team. Hopefully, we can get 325 consistently. That is probably about par in these conditions. And then, the odd day we can get 400 and give the bowlers a little bit of leeway," added Brathwaite.</p>

<p>Further, Carlos applauds Andre Russell over his batting style and his big hitting capabilities.</p>

<p>"Russell is just incredible, a freak of nature, really. I don't really know what to say about him. He just hits it, and once he hits it, it goes for six. It is a pleasure to be on the same team as him, I can tell you that. If you are on the field, you are not sure what you are going to bowl at him. It is just nice to enjoy from the inside," said Brathwaite.</p>

<p>A big part of West Indies chances of making 500 is Andre Russell, who brought his unreal form in the Indian Premier League to this match.</p>

<p>He made 54 from 25 balls and had he stayed at the crease for longer, West Indies would have been looking at 450-plus.</p>

<p>West Indies will take on Pakistan in their opening match of the World Cup on May 31 at Trent Bridge.</p>


West Indies missed a historic run-mark in their second World Cup warm-up match. The Caribbean side fell short of 79 runs to post the first-ever target of 500 runs in one-day international (ODI).

West Indies missed a historic run-mark in their second World Cup warm-up match. The Caribbean side fell short of 79 runs to post the first-ever target of 500 runs in one-day international (ODI). Century by Shai Hope and half-century by Andre Russell helped West Indies to score a mammoth total after being asked to bat first. On the 500-run mark, Shai said that it is definitely a goal and they can achieve it at some point with the batting power they have. "It is definitely a goal we can try to achieve at some point," Hope said. "Definitely, it would be great to be the first team to cross that 500 mark, and I am sure we have the batting firepower to do it," said Shai Hope. Talking about the team performance batting all-rounder Carlos Brathwaite said that the tailenders can't contribute the same as they played against New Zealand, Also, it depends on the intent, situation, and execution from the batsmen. "However, in a real game, you probably won't have the depth in batting at 10 and 11 that we had today. So you need to be a little real about the target," said Carlos Brathwaite. "But what I will say is the intent and the execution from batsman to batsman, situation to situation, believe it or not, there were some times when we consolidated. So that was beautiful. Just to play what was probably the perfect batting innings as a team. Hopefully, we can get 325 consistently. That is probably about par in these conditions. And then, the odd day we can get 400 and give the bowlers a little bit of leeway," added Brathwaite. Further, Carlos applauds Andre Russell over his batting style and his big hitting capabilities. "Russell is just incredible, a freak of nature, really. I don't really know what to say about him. He just hits it, and once he hits it, it goes for six. It is a pleasure to be on the same team as him, I can tell you that. If you are on the field, you are not sure what you are going to bowl at him. It is just nice to enjoy from the inside," said Brathwaite. A big part of West Indies chances of making 500 is Andre Russell, who brought his unreal form in the Indian Premier League to this match. He made 54 from 25 balls and had he stayed at the crease for longer, West Indies would have been looking at 450-plus. West Indies will take on Pakistan in their opening match of the World Cup on May 31 at Trent Bridge.

West Indies miss 500-run mark in World Cup warm-up match agaisnt New Zealand

Andre Russell's wife Jassym Lora lashed out on the social media and gave a befitting reply to users who tried to troll and even body-shamed her. Being a model and an Instagram Fashion Lifestyle Influencer, Lora herself is very popular but in India, she created a fan base after her husband's outstanding performance in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League.

Andre Russell's wife Jassym Lora lashed out on the social media and gave a befitting reply to users who tried to troll and even body-shamed her. Being a model and an Instagram Fashion Lifestyle Influencer, Lora herself is very popular but in India, she created a fan base after her husband's outstanding performance in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League. Russell, so far, amassed 486 runs playing at a strike rate of 207.69 including 50 sixes and became a cricket sensation among Indian fans. Jassym replied to online trolls and said that such users should get punched in the mouth for disrespecting others. Also Read: Like being hailed as superhero, says Andre Russell On her Instagram account, where she has over 126 thousand followers, posted a photo with a note, saying, "Social Media has made too many of you comfortable with disrespecting people and not getting punched in the mouth for it." View this post on Instagram keyboard warrior.! A post shared by Jassym Lora Russell (@jassymloraru) on Apr 25, 2019 at 4:15am PDT × Lora married to the 30-year-old cricketer in 2016 and the couple often share adorable pictures on their Instagram account. Also Read: David Warner's wife writes emotional message for husband after he ends IPL 2019 campaign After Kolkata's win over Mumbai on Sunday, Russell in a special interview to his wife said that her presence comes as a massive boost for the Jamaican cricketer and she is his "lucky charm". A special interview of a special man by his special woman. A video which will make you go all Awww 💜💜💜@28anand brings @Russell12A & his wife @JAssymLOra11 in one frame after @KKRiders' win last night at the Eden Gardens. #KKRvMI Watch the full 📹 - https://t.co/hNRctwAiRs pic.twitter.com/NNxfP5w7tE — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 29, 2019 × View this post on Instagram Oh my sweet husband, I’m not just wishing for you to have a great birthday, I’m praying that you’re blessed with your heart’s desires.! Happy birthday Mi Amor! #happybirthdayhusband ❤️🎂 A post shared by Jassym Lora Russell (@jassymloraru) on Apr 28, 2019 at 7:47pm PDT × View this post on Instagram IPL 2019 #KKR #India #Dreruss A post shared by Jassym Lora Russell (@jassymloraru) on Apr 21, 2019 at 1:24am PDT × Andre Russell is currently playing for Kolkata team in the IPL 2019.

Cricketer Andre Russell's wife Jassym Lora lashes out at online trolls

<p>Kolkata snapped their six-match losing streak with <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/live-updates-ipl-2019-match-47-kolkata-vs-mumbai-at-eden-gardens-214169">a 34-run win over Mumbai</a> in a high-scoring Indian Premier League game that saw brutal stroke play from power-hitters of both teams. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Kolkata batsmen fired on all cylinders to post the season's highest total, 232 for two, after sensational knocks from Shubman Gill (75 off 45) and Andre Russell (80 not out off 40).&nbsp;</p>

<p>At 58 for four, Mumbai were down and out but <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/hardik-pandya-smashes-fastest-fifty-of-ipl-2019-214239">Hardik Pandya</a> reignited their hopes with a breathtaking 91 off 34 balls. In the end, Pandya's dismissal in the 18th over sealed the game in Kolkata's favour as Mumbai ended at 198 for seven. The Indian all-rounder's cracking innings comprised nine sixes and six fours. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The much-needed win keeps Kolkata alive in the tournament as they now have 10 points from 12 matches. Mumbai remain in third spot with 14 points from 12 games. &nbsp;</p>

<p>Staring at elimination, the embattled Kolkata got off to a fiery start with Shubman Gill (76) and Chris Lynn (54) putting on a 96-run opening stand, their highest this season, after Rohit Sharma opted to bowl in his 100th match as captain.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Russell, Kolkata's biggest impact player of the season, was finally seen higher up the order at No 3. The West Indies power-hitter ensured that Kolkata finished on a high with an unbeaten effort.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell hammered six fours and eight sixes including one off the last ball after he denied a couple of singles to skipper Dinesh Karthik in the last over as Kolkata creamed 75 runs from the last five overs and scored 135 in the final 10.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Fielding let down Mumbai big time with both Lynn and Russell dropped early in their innings by Kieron Pollard and Evin Lewis respectively.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The top-order batting was all about the sheer class of the 19-year-old Gill, who showed why he is billed as the future star of Indian cricket.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Gill smashed six fours and four sixes en route to his second half-century of the season and forged a crucial stand with Russell. The duo shared 62 runs from 35 balls of which Gill had a share of 34, while Russell scored 24.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gill was at his best against Rahul Chahar and three of his four sixes came against the leg-spinner.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Such was the sheer class of Gill that Russell was glad to play second fiddle and was six off 12 balls after being dropped on one. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On a belter of a track, Kolkata openers got off to a sensational start and survived the powerplay without losing a wicket for their highest opening stand -- 96 -- this season.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Slow to start with, Lynn was 18 off 15 balls when Kieron Pollard spilled a chance from the Aussie at mid-off.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lynn took off from there on, hammering the spin duo of Krunal Pandya and Chahar to race to his fourth IPL fifty this season off just 27 balls.</p>


Kolkata snapped their six-match losing streak with a 34-run win over Mumbai in a high-scoring Indian Premier League game that saw brutal stroke play from power-hitters of both teams.

Kolkata snapped their six-match losing streak with a 34-run win over Mumbai in a high-scoring Indian Premier League game that saw brutal stroke play from power-hitters of both teams. Kolkata batsmen fired on all cylinders to post the season's highest total, 232 for two, after sensational knocks from Shubman Gill (75 off 45) and Andre Russell (80 not out off 40). At 58 for four, Mumbai were down and out but Hardik Pandya reignited their hopes with a breathtaking 91 off 34 balls. In the end, Pandya's dismissal in the 18th over sealed the game in Kolkata's favour as Mumbai ended at 198 for seven. The Indian all-rounder's cracking innings comprised nine sixes and six fours. The much-needed win keeps Kolkata alive in the tournament as they now have 10 points from 12 matches. Mumbai remain in third spot with 14 points from 12 games. Staring at elimination, the embattled Kolkata got off to a fiery start with Shubman Gill (76) and Chris Lynn (54) putting on a 96-run opening stand, their highest this season, after Rohit Sharma opted to bowl in his 100th match as captain. Two #Playoffs spots still up for grabs. Who do you reckon will make it?#VIVOIPL pic.twitter.com/vGcHYOfq43 — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 28, 2019 × Russell, Kolkata's biggest impact player of the season, was finally seen higher up the order at No 3. The West Indies power-hitter ensured that Kolkata finished on a high with an unbeaten effort. Russell hammered six fours and eight sixes including one off the last ball after he denied a couple of singles to skipper Dinesh Karthik in the last over as Kolkata creamed 75 runs from the last five overs and scored 135 in the final 10. Fielding let down Mumbai big time with both Lynn and Russell dropped early in their innings by Kieron Pollard and Evin Lewis respectively. The top-order batting was all about the sheer class of the 19-year-old Gill, who showed why he is billed as the future star of Indian cricket. The @KKRiders win by 34 runs and register their 100th Victory in IPL 👌👌 pic.twitter.com/zAl5lMBW8O — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 28, 2019 × Gill smashed six fours and four sixes en route to his second half-century of the season and forged a crucial stand with Russell. The duo shared 62 runs from 35 balls of which Gill had a share of 34, while Russell scored 24. Gill was at his best against Rahul Chahar and three of his four sixes came against the leg-spinner. Such was the sheer class of Gill that Russell was glad to play second fiddle and was six off 12 balls after being dropped on one. On a belter of a track, Kolkata openers got off to a sensational start and survived the powerplay without losing a wicket for their highest opening stand -- 96 -- this season. DRE RUSS is adjudged the Man of the Match for his brilliant 80* and bowling figures of 2/25 👏👏 pic.twitter.com/rY5uWxvWDa — IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) April 28, 2019 × Slow to start with, Lynn was 18 off 15 balls when Kieron Pollard spilled a chance from the Aussie at mid-off. Lynn took off from there on, hammering the spin duo of Krunal Pandya and Chahar to race to his fourth IPL fifty this season off just 27 balls.

IPL 2019: Andre Russell shines as Kolkata beat Mumbai by 34 runs

<p>Andre Russell, aka 'Dre Russ', said that he like being hailed as a superhero by the fans. Russell has been magnificent in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League, amassing 486 runs playing at a strike rate of 207.69, what makes his form extraordinary is the number of sixes he hit, which is 50.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He became only the second player to hit 50 sixes in an IPL season, matching the achievement of compatriot Chris Gayle.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Gayle smashed 59 sixes in the 2012 season before hitting 51 the following year while playing for Bangalore and Russell listed the attributes that have left him with a chance of bettering those figures.&nbsp;</p>

<p>With his match-winning and entertaining knocks, Russell has become a cricket sensation among Indian fans and Twitter users have compared him with several Bollywood's reel icons, like '<em>Baahubali'</em>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell was even hailed as one of the Avengers superheroes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>After <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ipl-2019-andre-russell-shines-as-kolkata-beat-mumbai-by-34-runs-214242">Kolkata's win over Mumbai</a> on Sunday, "Yes, I am a fan of (Avengers), I am watching it for a while," he said at the post-match presentation ceremony. &nbsp;</p>

<p>"If the fans say that I am a (superhero) I am happy."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Eye and hand coordination. Balance and then good bat speed as well. I generate a lot power from the shoulders and then the core. So everything goes together," man-of-the-match Russell said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"As an all-rounder, you have to make sure your body is fit and strong. To play awkward shots in those moments when a bowler tries to outsmart you with a wide slower ball... to hit the ball over covers cleanly."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell made 80 off 40 balls, hitting eight sixes and six fours at the iconic Eden Gardens, and no matter what the MI bowlers tried, they failed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The win snapped a six-match losing streak for the three-time former champions in the ongoing edition.&nbsp;</p>


Andre Russell, aka 'Dre Russ', said that he like being hailed as a superhero by the fans. Russell has been magnificent in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League, amassing 486 runs playing at a strike rate of 207.

Andre Russell, aka 'Dre Russ', said that he like being hailed as a superhero by the fans. Russell has been magnificent in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League, amassing 486 runs playing at a strike rate of 207.69, what makes his form extraordinary is the number of sixes he hit, which is 50. He became only the second player to hit 50 sixes in an IPL season, matching the achievement of compatriot Chris Gayle. Gayle smashed 59 sixes in the 2012 season before hitting 51 the following year while playing for Bangalore and Russell listed the attributes that have left him with a chance of bettering those figures. With his match-winning and entertaining knocks, Russell has become a cricket sensation among Indian fans and Twitter users have compared him with several Bollywood's reel icons, like 'Baahubali'. Russell was even hailed as one of the Avengers superheroes. After Kolkata's win over Mumbai on Sunday, "Yes, I am a fan of (Avengers), I am watching it for a while," he said at the post-match presentation ceremony. "If the fans say that I am a (superhero) I am happy." "Eye and hand coordination. Balance and then good bat speed as well. I generate a lot power from the shoulders and then the core. So everything goes together," man-of-the-match Russell said. "As an all-rounder, you have to make sure your body is fit and strong. To play awkward shots in those moments when a bowler tries to outsmart you with a wide slower ball... to hit the ball over covers cleanly." Russell made 80 off 40 balls, hitting eight sixes and six fours at the iconic Eden Gardens, and no matter what the MI bowlers tried, they failed. The win snapped a six-match losing streak for the three-time former champions in the ongoing edition.

Like being hailed as superhero, says Andre Russell

<p>Star Kolkata all-rounder <a href="https://www.wionews.com/search?q=andre+russell">Andre Russell</a> lamented the "bad decisions" taken by his team in a disappointing <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League</a> campaign which has seen the side lose six games in a row.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell has been the biggest impact player for Kolkata with three man-of-the-match performances from their four wins but his team has let him down.</p>

<p>"We have a good team but if you make bad decisions then you will always lose games and that's what we've been doing. If we had enough time, I could pinpoint a few games where if we just looked to bowl tighter in areas or bring in right bowlers at the right time, we could have won," Russell said.</p>

<p>"As a professional cricketer, to be in this position is not the most healthiest position. In terms of decision, we have been bowling wrongly at the wrong time, that's what been causing for us to keep losing in simple ways," Russell said on the eve of the game against Mumbai.</p>

<p>The Jamaican who has amassed 406 runs from 10 innings at an outrageous strike rate of 209.27 was particularly pained at Kolkata's failure to defend 176 against a "weak" Rajasthan.</p>

<p>"I'm disappointed that we get defeated by a team Rajasthan with the weak batting order. If we can't restrict a team for under 170 with our bowling attack then we will need miracles against a strong team like Mumbai.</p>

<p>"They said we have been struggling in batting. But the batting has not been struggling really. We are getting the totals that we should have defended.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"But when you bowl as bad as our bowlers, you don't really take catches -- we have been the worst fielding team so far."</p>

<p>Russell said the atmosphere in the team is not healthy as he likes to keep himself confined to his room.</p>

<p>"We have to make sure that we have a good practice session, do whatever it takes, put our body on the line and make sure that we take Kolkata over the line for next three games.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I find myself just been in my room for the last couple of days losing games after games. I'm not the type of guy to do the walking around... It's hard to do the walk around losing six games in a row.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's not healthy, to be honest. I'm feeling down at the moment but tomorrow when we cross the rope my energy level will be 150. As cricketers, we have to have the passion inside, and not just to show it on the TV," he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>


Star Kolkata all-rounder Andre Russell lamented the "bad decisions" taken by his team in a disappointing Indian Premier League campaign which has seen the side lose six games in a row.

Star Kolkata all-rounder Andre Russell lamented the "bad decisions" taken by his team in a disappointing Indian Premier League campaign which has seen the side lose six games in a row. Russell has been the biggest impact player for Kolkata with three man-of-the-match performances from their four wins but his team has let him down. "We have a good team but if you make bad decisions then you will always lose games and that's what we've been doing. If we had enough time, I could pinpoint a few games where if we just looked to bowl tighter in areas or bring in right bowlers at the right time, we could have won," Russell said. "As a professional cricketer, to be in this position is not the most healthiest position. In terms of decision, we have been bowling wrongly at the wrong time, that's what been causing for us to keep losing in simple ways," Russell said on the eve of the game against Mumbai. The Jamaican who has amassed 406 runs from 10 innings at an outrageous strike rate of 209.27 was particularly pained at Kolkata's failure to defend 176 against a "weak" Rajasthan. "I'm disappointed that we get defeated by a team Rajasthan with the weak batting order. If we can't restrict a team for under 170 with our bowling attack then we will need miracles against a strong team like Mumbai. "They said we have been struggling in batting. But the batting has not been struggling really. We are getting the totals that we should have defended. "But when you bowl as bad as our bowlers, you don't really take catches -- we have been the worst fielding team so far." Russell said the atmosphere in the team is not healthy as he likes to keep himself confined to his room. "We have to make sure that we have a good practice session, do whatever it takes, put our body on the line and make sure that we take Kolkata over the line for next three games. "I find myself just been in my room for the last couple of days losing games after games. I'm not the type of guy to do the walking around... It's hard to do the walk around losing six games in a row. "It's not healthy, to be honest. I'm feeling down at the moment but tomorrow when we cross the rope my energy level will be 150. As cricketers, we have to have the passion inside, and not just to show it on the TV," he added.

Kolkata's Andre Russell says team atmosphere not 'healthy'

<p>All-rounders Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine failed to make the cut as West Indies announced their 15-man squad for the World Cup on Wednesday with Jason Holder set to lead the team for the tournament in England and Wales.</p>

<p>Hard-hitting opening batsman Chris Gayle, 39, was called up for what will be his fifth World Cup as was all-rounder Andre Russell, who is currently averaging 65 in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL).</p>

<p>"He's scored a lot of runs and we'll be using him as a batting all-rounder," coach Floyd Reifer said of Russell. "He's doing very well in the IPL. We've got to manage his injuries and have three to four days rest between the games."</p>

<p>Pollard and Narine, who have not been part of the ODI setup since 2016, have played 166 ODIs between them but were both overlooked by an interim selection panel which comprised of Robert Haynes, Jimmy Adams and coach Reifer.</p>

<p><strong>In Pics: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/icc-world-cup-2019-all-teams-and-their-squad-list-211495">ICC World Cup 2019 - All teams and their squad list</a></strong></p>

<p>"The selection panel looked at the skill set of the players and the combinations," Haynes said. "We've looked at the wickets that have been used in England in the past, players fitness and their urge to represent West Indies.</p>

<p>"We came up with a balanced team who will represent West Indies in England."</p>

<p>Evin Lewis, who missed the recent England series with an injury, was also named in the squad. There was also a return for fast bowler Shannon Gabriel, who last played in 2017, alongside other quicks Kemar Roach and the relatively inexperienced Oshane Thomas.</p>

<p>Fabian Allen and Ashley Nurse will be on spin duty while Nicholas Pooran is set to compete with Shai Hope for the wicketkeeper's spot.</p>

<p>West Indies, champions in 1975 and 1979, start their World Cup campaign on May 31 when they take on Pakistan in Nottingham.</p>

<p><strong>Squad: Jason Holder (captain), Chris Gayle, Evin Lewis, Darren Bravo, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope (wicketkeeper), Nicholas Pooran (wicketkeeper), Carlos Brathwaite, Andre Russell, Ashley Nurse, Shannon Gabriel, Fabian Allen, Kemar Roach, Oshane Thomas, Sheldon Cottrell.</strong></p>


All-rounders Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine failed to make the cut as West Indies announced their 15-man squad for the World Cup on Wednesday with Jason Holder set to lead the team for the tournament in England and Wales.

All-rounders Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine failed to make the cut as West Indies announced their 15-man squad for the World Cup on Wednesday with Jason Holder set to lead the team for the tournament in England and Wales. Hard-hitting opening batsman Chris Gayle, 39, was called up for what will be his fifth World Cup as was all-rounder Andre Russell, who is currently averaging 65 in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL). "He's scored a lot of runs and we'll be using him as a batting all-rounder," coach Floyd Reifer said of Russell. "He's doing very well in the IPL. We've got to manage his injuries and have three to four days rest between the games." Pollard and Narine, who have not been part of the ODI setup since 2016, have played 166 ODIs between them but were both overlooked by an interim selection panel which comprised of Robert Haynes, Jimmy Adams and coach Reifer. In Pics: ICC World Cup 2019 - All teams and their squad list "The selection panel looked at the skill set of the players and the combinations," Haynes said. "We've looked at the wickets that have been used in England in the past, players fitness and their urge to represent West Indies. "We came up with a balanced team who will represent West Indies in England." Evin Lewis, who missed the recent England series with an injury, was also named in the squad. There was also a return for fast bowler Shannon Gabriel, who last played in 2017, alongside other quicks Kemar Roach and the relatively inexperienced Oshane Thomas. Fabian Allen and Ashley Nurse will be on spin duty while Nicholas Pooran is set to compete with Shai Hope for the wicketkeeper's spot. West Indies, champions in 1975 and 1979, start their World Cup campaign on May 31 when they take on Pakistan in Nottingham. Squad: Jason Holder (captain), Chris Gayle, Evin Lewis, Darren Bravo, Shimron Hetmyer, Shai Hope (wicketkeeper), Nicholas Pooran (wicketkeeper), Carlos Brathwaite, Andre Russell, Ashley Nurse, Shannon Gabriel, Fabian Allen, Kemar Roach, Oshane Thomas, Sheldon Cottrell.

Andre Russell named in West Indies World Cup squad, Kieron Pollard and Sunil Narine omitted

Andre Russell's big-hitting prowess will be pitted against Kagiso Rabada's inch-perfect yorkers for the second time when Kolkata face Delhi in a return-leg fixture of the IPL on Friday.

IPL 2019: Who will win Russell-Rabada battle as Delhi take on Kolkata in match 26

<p>Andre Russell has shown signs of weakness against the turning ball, feels Kuldeep Yadav, insisting he has enough tricks up his sleeves to outwit the big-hitting West Indian in the World Cup.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell has been a picture of consistency for Kolkata, amassing 257 runs from just 121 balls with a stunning ball striking rate of 212.39 in this <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League</a>.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, his Kolkata teammate Kuldeep said he has found a chink in Russell's armour which he will look to exploit during the May 30-July 14 showpiece event.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He has some problems facing a turning ball. If the ball is turning, then he has a weakness," the 24-year-old told PTI in an interview.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's not just this, I've different plans to unleash against him in the World Cup. I know how to stop him and I'm very clear in my mind," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He has been sharing the dressing room with Russell but Kuldeep conceded that he has never bowled to him at the nets.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"He does not take chance against spinners. He's a terror for pacers. And I've never bowled him at the nets. You are always under pressure when you're hit for two sixes in a row," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's important how you come back. All it takes is one ball to get the batsman out. You can assess a player's character by that."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kuldeep has so far taken just three wickets from six matches but the India wrist spinner said he is happy with his performance and he has matured as a cricketer.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"If I'm not getting wickets it does not mean I'm not bowling well. Now I play as a matured cricketer and think more about the team. Even as I'm not taking wickets, my economy rate is tight," he pointed out.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"I feel in this IPL batsmen are not attacking me so much. The batsmen are no more hitting big shots against me. I'm conceding three-four boundaries in every match which means batsmen are trying to play safe barring one match against Delhi."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's such a format, you may have a bad day where you're hit for runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>I'm not a magician who will do well in every match. You cannot say I will take so many wickets," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The 24-year-old from Kanpur went on to cite the example of his fellow India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who has taken nine wickets from six matches but his team Bangalore are yet to win a match.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Chahal performing well but team is not doing well. You have to play according to your plan. It does not matter if you take nine wickets when your team is at the bottom. I don't think I'm not bowling well," he reiterated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Kuldeep will have a role to play when KKR takes on Delhi Capitals at the Eden Gardens Friday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He, however, blamed the Eden wicket for not aiding spinners anymore.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The wicket does not help spinners anymore as it used to three-four years ago. It has become batting-friendly wicket. Good for T20 cricket," he said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The World Cup is immediately after the IPL and late night matches and a hectic schedule is taking a toll on players but Kuldeep said they're smart enough to handle themselves.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"IPL is very different than World Cup. There's no pressure in franchise cricket. You are under a lot of pressure when you play for India.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Someone doing well in IPL also struggles for India. But of course you carry that confidence," Kuldeep signed off.&nbsp;</p>


Andre Russell has shown signs of weakness against the turning ball, feels Kuldeep Yadav, insisting he has enough tricks up his sleeves to outwit the big-hitting West Indian in the World Cup.

Andre Russell has shown signs of weakness against the turning ball, feels Kuldeep Yadav, insisting he has enough tricks up his sleeves to outwit the big-hitting West Indian in the World Cup. Russell has been a picture of consistency for Kolkata, amassing 257 runs from just 121 balls with a stunning ball striking rate of 212.39 in this Indian Premier League. However, his Kolkata teammate Kuldeep said he has found a chink in Russell's armour which he will look to exploit during the May 30-July 14 showpiece event. "He has some problems facing a turning ball. If the ball is turning, then he has a weakness," the 24-year-old told PTI in an interview. "It's not just this, I've different plans to unleash against him in the World Cup. I know how to stop him and I'm very clear in my mind," he added. He has been sharing the dressing room with Russell but Kuldeep conceded that he has never bowled to him at the nets. "He does not take chance against spinners. He's a terror for pacers. And I've never bowled him at the nets. You are always under pressure when you're hit for two sixes in a row," he said. "It's important how you come back. All it takes is one ball to get the batsman out. You can assess a player's character by that." Kuldeep has so far taken just three wickets from six matches but the India wrist spinner said he is happy with his performance and he has matured as a cricketer. "If I'm not getting wickets it does not mean I'm not bowling well. Now I play as a matured cricketer and think more about the team. Even as I'm not taking wickets, my economy rate is tight," he pointed out. "I feel in this IPL batsmen are not attacking me so much. The batsmen are no more hitting big shots against me. I'm conceding three-four boundaries in every match which means batsmen are trying to play safe barring one match against Delhi." "It's such a format, you may have a bad day where you're hit for runs. I'm not a magician who will do well in every match. You cannot say I will take so many wickets," he said. The 24-year-old from Kanpur went on to cite the example of his fellow India spinner Yuzvendra Chahal, who has taken nine wickets from six matches but his team Bangalore are yet to win a match. "Chahal performing well but team is not doing well. You have to play according to your plan. It does not matter if you take nine wickets when your team is at the bottom. I don't think I'm not bowling well," he reiterated. Kuldeep will have a role to play when KKR takes on Delhi Capitals at the Eden Gardens Friday. He, however, blamed the Eden wicket for not aiding spinners anymore. "The wicket does not help spinners anymore as it used to three-four years ago. It has become batting-friendly wicket. Good for T20 cricket," he said. The World Cup is immediately after the IPL and late night matches and a hectic schedule is taking a toll on players but Kuldeep said they're smart enough to handle themselves. "IPL is very different than World Cup. There's no pressure in franchise cricket. You are under a lot of pressure when you play for India. Someone doing well in IPL also struggles for India. But of course you carry that confidence," Kuldeep signed off.

Kolkata teammate Kuldeep Yadav reveals Andre Russell's weakness ahead of cricket World Cup

<p>Kolkata's Russell has been in a sensational form in the ongoing edition of <a href="https://www.wionews.com/ipl-2019">Indian Premier League</a> with his incredible power-hitting ability that helped his side win matches.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell so far has scored 257 runs in 121 balls he faced and his average his 128.50 also, he is the only batsman with a 200+ strike rate in IPL 2019. &nbsp;</p>

<p>With 25 sixes so far, Russell is also leading the chart of most sixes in the ongoing season of India's cash-rich league.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Tuesday's match, Russell took it upon himself to post a decent target when other batsman gave away their wickets cheaply against MS Dhoni-led Chennai that Kolkata lost eventually.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Jamaican refused to take singles to keep the tail-enders at the non-strikers' end. He finished the innings unbeaten on 50 with five fours and three sixes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He earned praises from his skipper Dinesh Karthik, who said, "Credit to Russell, he showed a lot of maturity and I am pleased with the way he's shaping up. I like the way we tried defending a small total, especially the spinners with the wet ball."</p>

<p>With his match-winning and entertaining knocks, Russell has become a cricket sensation&nbsp;among Indian fans and Twitter users have compared him with several Bollywood's reel icons.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Russell was even compared to Thanos, who is the villain in Marvel's Avengers series.&nbsp;</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Only these two can do thing like today😎<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RCBvsKKR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCBvsKKR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/AndreRussell?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#AndreRussell</a> <a href="https://t.co/odTc00EGfp">pic.twitter.com/odTc00EGfp</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Bowlers when Andre Russell is batting:<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/RCBvKKR?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#RCBvKKR</a> <a href="https://t.co/qQjXGCPLbJ">pic.twitter.com/qQjXGCPLbJ</a></p>
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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Andre Russell Russell's Viper <a href="https://t.co/M67MBIkZ45">pic.twitter.com/M67MBIkZ45</a></p>
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<p>Kolkata will next play Delhi on Friday.&nbsp;</p>


Kolkata's Russell has been in a sensational form in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League with his incredible power-hitting ability that helped his side win matches.

Kolkata's Russell has been in a sensational form in the ongoing edition of Indian Premier League with his incredible power-hitting ability that helped his side win matches. Russell so far has scored 257 runs in 121 balls he faced and his average his 128.50 also, he is the only batsman with a 200+ strike rate in IPL 2019. With 25 sixes so far, Russell is also leading the chart of most sixes in the ongoing season of India's cash-rich league. In Tuesday's match, Russell took it upon himself to post a decent target when other batsman gave away their wickets cheaply against MS Dhoni-led Chennai that Kolkata lost eventually. The Jamaican refused to take singles to keep the tail-enders at the non-strikers' end. He finished the innings unbeaten on 50 with five fours and three sixes. He earned praises from his skipper Dinesh Karthik, who said, "Credit to Russell, he showed a lot of maturity and I am pleased with the way he's shaping up. I like the way we tried defending a small total, especially the spinners with the wet ball." With his match-winning and entertaining knocks, Russell has become a cricket sensation among Indian fans and Twitter users have compared him with several Bollywood's reel icons. Russell was even compared to Thanos, who is the villain in Marvel's Avengers series. Here are a few reactions: Only these two can do thing like today😎#RCBvsKKR #AndreRussell pic.twitter.com/odTc00EGfp — FunChaayat (@funchaayat) April 5, 2019 × #RCBvKKR ANDRE RUSSELL IS NEW THAN-BALI pic.twitter.com/DgDkKz5JhC — Aditya saraogi (@saraogi_aditya1) April 5, 2019 × Bowlers when Andre Russell is batting:#RCBvKKR pic.twitter.com/qQjXGCPLbJ — Samar (@samaranandd) April 5, 2019 × Andre Russell right now#RCBvKKR#IPL2019 pic.twitter.com/bHy5WSy1WO — Sarcasm God (@its_GauravChand) April 5, 2019 × Virat Kohli After buying Siraj In Auction : #RCBvKKR #AndreRussell pic.twitter.com/UffW2G5570 — Pruthvi (@PruthviAhir9) April 5, 2019 × KKR fans looking at Andre Russell.#RCBvKKR pic.twitter.com/RopvA0jlpK — BW Pandey (@bw_pandey) April 5, 2019 × Nehra as bowling coach after watching Andre Russell !! #RCBvKKR pic.twitter.com/I2mHKHLwFn — Boring... (@graphicalcomic) April 5, 2019 × Andre Russell Russell's Viper pic.twitter.com/M67MBIkZ45 — ✿VARUN KUMAR✿🇮🇳 (@Varun4Talk) April 5, 2019 × Andre Russell’s mathematics teacher’s big complaint was that he only learnt the 6 multiplication table. d only way teams cn stop Andre Russell is ensuring they don’t dismiss the 5 batsmen before him. Once it’s 3-down,let the catches fall short and pray you keep missing #DreRuss pic.twitter.com/UVLBQXig25 — goldie (@GOPAL_BALAR) April 6, 2019 × #AndreRussell To HiS teaM pic.twitter.com/0myaOBtz5q — Adarsh Rajput (@AdarshR86352067) April 6, 2019 × Only these two can do thing like today😎#RCBvsKKR #AndreRussell pic.twitter.com/odTc00EGfp — FunChaayat (@funchaayat) April 5, 2019 × Andre Russell literally in every IPL match:-#RCBvKKR #Russell pic.twitter.com/QaUAK0ha4s — SwAYam SiNha (@_herayam_) April 5, 2019 × Kolkata will next play Delhi on Friday.

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<p>Chennai&nbsp;head coach Stephen Fleming Monday said focusing too much on the big-hitting Andre Russell could backfire as Kolkata also have other quality batsmen in their line-up.</p>

<p>"Possibly, there are a couple of challenges. One is you ignore the other six (batsmen). And in a team that has (Chris) Lynn, (Dinesh) Karthik and (Robin) Uthappa you do that at your own peril. We've got to be careful we don't focus overtly on Russell," he said at the press conference ahead the IPL match against Kolkata.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Even though he has been so dynamic, there's still good work done by the other players. So, again, I stress it doesn't change our preparation to focus on one or two players, but we're acutely aware of how dangerous these players are so, it's business as usual for us," Fleming said.</p>

<p>With the flamboyant Jamaican being in red-hot form, Fleming said whether it is spin or seam, one had to be accurate against hitters like Russell.</p>

<p>"You've got to put context around that as well&nbsp;different stages of the game. Look at analysis and match up with what you have, it's no secret that we're spin-heavy anyway.</p>

<p>So, if there's an opportunity to change-up to Russell, we will certainly look at it.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Whether it's spin or seam at the end you've to be accurate against hitters like Russell, Dhoni, Pollard and Pandya. It's no different really, the pressure is always on in the last few overs."&nbsp;</p>

<p>About the possibility of Chennai using spinners at the death, Fleming said things couldn't be over planned.</p>

<p>"Possibly. But, again, if it's dewy. Mitch Santner who is one of the best spinners around struggled to hold the ball...So, you can't overplan...We have to have a free mind and be smart enough to assess conditions."</p>

<p>Fleming said Dhoni and the team had moved away from too much of analysis and data.</p>

<p>"We've gone a long way away from that. A lot of teams are loading up on analysis and numbers and we've actually gone away from that. Sometimes, information overload can be confusing. So, we're really trying to simplify it and make sure that the time we spend together is meaningful and understood," he added.</p>


Chennai head coach Stephen Fleming Monday said focusing too much on the big-hitting Andre Russell could backfire as Kolkata also have other quality batsmen in their line-up.

Chennai head coach Stephen Fleming Monday said focusing too much on the big-hitting Andre Russell could backfire as Kolkata also have other quality batsmen in their line-up. "Possibly, there are a couple of challenges. One is you ignore the other six (batsmen). And in a team that has (Chris) Lynn, (Dinesh) Karthik and (Robin) Uthappa you do that at your own peril. We've got to be careful we don't focus overtly on Russell," he said at the press conference ahead the IPL match against Kolkata. "Even though he has been so dynamic, there's still good work done by the other players. So, again, I stress it doesn't change our preparation to focus on one or two players, but we're acutely aware of how dangerous these players are so, it's business as usual for us," Fleming said. With the flamboyant Jamaican being in red-hot form, Fleming said whether it is spin or seam, one had to be accurate against hitters like Russell. "You've got to put context around that as well different stages of the game. Look at analysis and match up with what you have, it's no secret that we're spin-heavy anyway. So, if there's an opportunity to change-up to Russell, we will certainly look at it. "Whether it's spin or seam at the end you've to be accurate against hitters like Russell, Dhoni, Pollard and Pandya. It's no different really, the pressure is always on in the last few overs." About the possibility of Chennai using spinners at the death, Fleming said things couldn't be over planned. "Possibly. But, again, if it's dewy. Mitch Santner who is one of the best spinners around struggled to hold the ball...So, you can't overplan...We have to have a free mind and be smart enough to assess conditions." Fleming said Dhoni and the team had moved away from too much of analysis and data. "We've gone a long way away from that. A lot of teams are loading up on analysis and numbers and we've actually gone away from that. Sometimes, information overload can be confusing. So, we're really trying to simplify it and make sure that the time we spend together is meaningful and understood," he added.

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