Andre Russell’s all-round heroics were instrumental in KKR’s title run. He claimed 19 wickets and scored 222 runs at a blistering strike rate of 185. In the final, the star all-rounder took 3 wickets while conceding just 19 runs.

KKR’s third IPL title celebrations commenced at Chepauk Stadium, the same venue where they had previously won the championship in 2012 under the captaincy of Gautam Gambhir.

Russell expressed his excitement at being a part of the final after the win, saying that winning the title is amazing.

“Being part of this team, even when I am not picked, I supported the team all the way. It brings a sense of satisfaction. But being in the starting XI in the final and contributing for the franchise, takes that feeling to a whole new level of excitement.” said Russell.

The 36-year-old all-rounder went on to discuss his batting technique.

“My approach is to keep my front leg still, stand as steady as possible, and delay my trigger movement for as long as I can. This allows me to push straight if the bowler delivers a wide ball, as I’ll be positioned on the off-stump and have good access to the delivery,” he added.

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