Former West India all-rounder Andre Russell has opened up on his decision to retire from the IPL.

Liam Livingstone lit up the Sharjah Cricket Stadium with a rampant 82-run blitz off 38 deliveries as Abu Dhabi Knight Riders claimed a 39-run win over Sharjah Warriorz.

Andre Russell announced his retirement from the IPL after he was released by KKR ahead of the auction.

Andre Russell has retired from the IPL after 12 seasons, ending his playing career with Kolkata Knight Riders and transitioning to a coaching role with the franchise in 2026.

Andre Russell, who won the IPL MVP award in 2015 and 2019 with the Purple and Gold, had been a central figure for KKR since joining the franchise in 2014.

The IPL 2026 retention list is out. Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings are expected to trigger intense bidding wars with the best purses among the 10 teams at next month's mini IPL auction.

Ex-India star called three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) decision to release Andre Russell into the auction pool as a very risky' move.

With several high-profile stars released and many teams having a sizeable purse, there could be some big money purchases in the IPL 2026 mini auction.

All the ten Indian Premier League franchises on November 15 announced their list of retained, released and traded players ahead of the 2026 season.

Kolkata Knight Riders and Chennai Super Kings are expected to trigger intense bidding wars with the best purses among the 10 teams at next month's mini IPL auction.