"DJ Bravo joining us is an exciting development. His relentless drive to win, along with his vast experience and deep knowledge, will greatly benefit our franchise and players. We’re also pleased that Bravo will be involved with our other franchises globally, including CPL, MLC, and ILT20," Venky Mysore, Knight Riders CEO said on Bravo's appointment. "I’ve been part of the Trinbago Knight Riders for the last 10 years in the CPL. Having played for and against the Knight Riders in various leagues, I have a lot of respect for how they operate. The owners' passion, the professionalism of the management, and the family-like environment make it a special place. This is the perfect platform for me as I transition from playing to mentoring and coaching the next generation of players," Bravo, who played for the Mumbai Indians, CSK and Gujarat Lions in his time as a player in the IPL, said while sharing his excitement of joining the new franchise. Bravo's appointment follows KKR support staff's mass exodus to the Indian team. Gambhir, under whose mentorship KKR won their third title, is now the head coach of the Indian men's team while assistant coach Abhishek Nayar is also with the national side in the same job description.