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India Today
2 hours ago
- Sport
- India Today
CPL 2025: Trinbago Knight Riders appoint Dwayne Bravo as new head coach
Trinbago Knight Riders (TKR) have appointed Dwayne Bravo as their head coach for the 2025 edition of the Caribbean Premier League (CPL), ushering in a new era for the most successful franchise in tournament history. Bravo replaces Phil Simmons, who has taken up the role of head coach of the Bangladesh men's national team.A CPL stalwart, Bravo's association with the tournament stretches back to its inception in 2013. He played 107 matches across 11 seasons, finishing with 129 wickets at an economy rate of 8.74. Nine of those seasons were spent with TKR, a franchise he helped to four titles, and a fifth with St Kitts and Nevis Patriots in 2021—his lone season away, which also saw him lead the side to their maiden an honour to be given the opportunity to be head coach of TKR, a team that's very close to my heart,' Bravo said in a post on social media. 'I would like to personally thank Coach Phil Simmons for his time and commitment over the last few years, and now I look forward to this new challenge for me and my staff.' This appointment continues Bravo's growing coaching portfolio. Last year, he was named head coach of the Abu Dhabi Knight Riders in the ILT20, another team owned by the Knight Riders group. He also served as a mentor for the Kolkata Knight Riders in the 2025 IPL and had stints as a bowling consultant with Chennai Super Kings in 2023 and 2024, following his retirement from playing in the IPL in the international level, Bravo was the bowling consultant for Afghanistan during the 2024 T20 World Cup, where the team made a historic run to the semi-finals before being knocked out by South will be hoping Bravo's experience and leadership can take them back to the top after a mixed campaign in CPL 2024. The franchise finished third in the league stage but bowed out in the Eliminator following a defeat to Barbados his transition into coaching, Bravo isn't done playing yet. The 40-year-old will feature once again alongside Chris Gayle and Kieron Pollard for West Indies Champions in the second edition of the World Championship of Legends (WCL), set to begin in England on July 18. The Caribbean side will open their campaign against South Africa Champions at Edgbaston on July 19. Last year, they reached the semi-finals before being ousted by Bravo at the helm, TKR will look to blend experience with youth as they aim for a record-extending fifth CPL Watch
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Teresa Giudice looks back on her famous table flip controversy in The Real Housewives
It's been over a decade, but to fans of Real Housewives of New Jersey, Teresa Giudice's fiery season 1 table flip is still one of the most unforgettably iconic moments in the history of Bravo. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now What began as a fiery argument with cast member Danielle Staub escalated into a pop culture phenomenon—and the moment that launched Teresa into Housewife legend territory. The drama played out in RHONJ season 1's season finale, where a stressful dinner turned out-of-control. Danielle had called out the cast for gossip circulating about a tell-all book that claimed dirty chapters from her own life. "Pay attention, puh-lease!" she challenged the table, addressing them. Teresa, already hot from passive-aggressive remarks, lost it. "Prostitution whore! You were f—— engaged 19 times," Teresa notoriously exclaimed, banging her hands on the table before overturning the dinner table in anger as profanities rained down and pandemonium broke loose. Now, years after the fact, the OG Housewife is looking back at the moment with fresh eyes. On the May 12, 2025 edition of her daughter Gia Giudice's Casual Chaos podcast, Teresa spoke candidly about the days leading up to the attack—and her unexpected admiration for her former rival. "Danielle was… let me tell you, Danielle was made for it. She was TV gold. She really was. She was awesome. She just put it all out there, literally," Teresa explained. "She was fun and very easygoing, just so much fun—even though in the first place, she was like insulting me a little bit. That's what made me flip the table on her, you know?" Teresa described how Staub's sarcastic comments added up over the years. "She would just toss these little barbs at me," she said, remembering one especially sarcastic remark tossed her then-husband Joe: "Don't talk to me like you talk to your wife." Tired of too many ads? go ad free now Teresa conceded, "I take it, I take it, I take it—and then when I don't take it anymore, I blow up." Despite the two having a tumultuous relationship on-camera during the ensuing years, Teresa said that she and Danielle ultimately came to an understanding. "I ended up getting to know her, and then look, we ended up making up later on." In spite of the night's infamous place in Bravo lore, Teresa revealed the rush of adrenaline from the table flip didn't take. Discussing at BravoCon 2023 during the Housewife2Housewife: Day One Diva panel, she discussed the longer emotional resonance of her first seasons and how far she's come since. While the table flip might have set the stage for her emergence into the world, Teresa Giudice is currently more concerned with her peace, family, and transformation—showing that even the most dramatic of reality TV legends can heal outside of the turmoil.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Gayle, Pollard & Dwayne Bravo Lead Star-Studded Comeback For Windies Champions In WCL
Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, and Dwayne Bravo reunite for the World Championship of Legends Season 2, promising an electrifying tournament with West Indies Champions. The World Championship of Legends Season 2 just raised the bar even higher! Three of the Windies' greatest ever, Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard and Dwayne Bravo, are back in maroon, reunited under the banner of West Indies Champions. Alongside them, WCL welcomes a dynamic line-up featuring Sheldon Cottrell, Lendl Simmons, Dwayne Smith, Shannon Gabriel and Shivnarine Chanderpaul, setting the stage for one of the most electrifying squads of the tournament as well. The Universe Boss, Gayle, skipper once again for the 2025 season, stays true to his promise shared: 'Last year, I promised the fans that this season would be greater—and here we are. I'm back as captain of the West Indies Champions, playing alongside my brothers Bravo and Pollard. With this squad, expect nothing less than fireworks. West Indies cricket runs through our veins—we're here to win." Bravo, one of T20's greatest all-rounders with 631 wickets across 582 matches, added: 'It's great to be representing the West Indies once again, I'm incredibly excited to play with and against good friends and cricketing legends. Polly and I have been good friends for such a long time. Now, we represent our nation once more in the World Championship of Legends." Pollard, former Windies skipper and one of the most powerful T20 batters in the world, said: 'We played together for many years for West Indies and in franchise cricket, it's nice to be able to do that once again. For me, too, coming back feels special. To once again wear the colours of West Indies Champions and compete with legends is something I couldn't pass up." Harshit Tomar, Founder & CEO of the World Championship of Legends, shared: 'WCL is not just about retired players, we also focus on cricketers who are still active globally but not centrally contracted. Our goal is to offer fans elite-level cricket and nostalgia all in one. Gayle and Pollard were always favourites of mine and now with Bravo in the mix, the West Indies Champions look formidable." Sanctioned by the England & Wales Cricket Board, the World Championship of Legends is the only international T20 league for retired professionals. Blending legacy with competition, WCL has become the most exciting global celebration of the sport's modern legends.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Jax Taylor shocks fans with horrific marriage insult directed at estranged wife Brittany Cartwright
Jax Taylor stunned viewers on Watch What Happens Live Tuesday night with a blunt confession about his crumbling marriage to estranged wife Brittany Cartwright. The Valley star, 45, reflected on his behavior during their rocky final months, many of which played out on camera—including multiple explosive fights with Brittany, 36, who filed for divorce in August 2024. The pair share a 4-year-old son, Cruz. 'Nobody should ever have to deal with the way I acted,' Jax admitted. 'Nobody should ever have to deal with, verbal abuse from anybody. I'm really sorry that people had to see all that.' But the real bombshell came when he looked back on their marriage—and dropped a line that fans quickly slammed as a cruel dig at the mother of his child. 'My biggest regret is not ending this marriage sooner,' Jax said. He didn't stop there. 'And I think I can speak for Brittany, this should have been over a long time ago.' Host Andy Cohen jumped in, visibly taken aback: 'Your biggest regret should maybe be how you treated her?' Jax responded simply: 'Yeah.' Fans were quick to comment on social media. 'Watching Jax is a straight up trigger for me, I had a panic attack watching the episode tonight. He should not have a platform to make this kind of behavior seem normal. He is disgusting!' wrote one. Faiza from Ottawa added, 'Jax Taylor should be in jail. Not on our tv screens. What message is bravo sending? That they dont support women and support abusers time and time again? Absolutely disgusting.' Many fans chimed in on social media as well, including @maxhadid30, who said, '#TheValley #WWHL (The Valley producer) Alex Baskin and Bravo will be complicit when Jax eventually seriously hurts/kills somebody. It's disgusting that Bravo and Alex insist on platforming and enabling a dangerous abuser like Jax Taylor.' Erin Moon Honey Davies (@erinheartscoco) added, 'It's gross that Jax Taylor is going to be on #WWHL tonight. Why is he still being given a platform? Extremely disappointed by this for many reasons but the #1 is that he hit his wife and #2 is that his child was present for it @Andy @BravoWWHL @NBCUniversal #TheValley.' In March, Jax revealed he had been addicted to cocaine and sought treatment at a rehabilitation facility—twice. Taylor also admitted to blowing a staggering amount of money on drugs and alcohol since his early 20s. 'I could probably buy a house for the amount of money I've spent on drugs,' he told USWeekly. 'It's sickening to me. My parents did not raise this kind of person.' The candid interview comes after Cartwright admitted she was 'skeptical' about her ex's ability to turn his life around. 'I'm glad that he finally admitted to what was really going on,' she shared to People. 'For the first time, I can speak openly about the extent of trauma he's instilled on our family over the years,' she continued. 'I've tried desperately to help him without success. 'I pray that one day he completely knocks this addiction, but I'm skeptical,' she added. 'His behaviors are still alarming and his treatment plan seems to be the bare minimum. 'I'm trying to navigate this as best as I can for my son and I, but every day is still a challenge and very difficult,' Brittany concluded. 'Jax has caused an enormous amount of damage and I have very little trust in him at this point. My only hope is that one day, he will be a better person for his son.' The couple first crossed paths in 2015, with their turbulent relationship playing out on Vanderpump Rules and their short-lived spinoff, Jax & Brittany Take Kentucky. They tied the knot in 2019 with a lavish wedding at the Kentucky Castle in Versailles, Kentucky. After being fired from Vanderpump Rules in late 2020, Jax and Brittany eventually made their reality TV comeback as main cast members on The Valley in 2024. In the midst of it all, they welcomed their son, Cruz, in 2021.
Hans India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
WCL 2025: Gayle, Pollard & Bravo lead star-studded comeback for West Indies Champions
Mumbai: Three of West Indies' greatest ever white-ball cricketers — Chris Gayle, Kieron Pollard, and Dwayne Bravo — are back in maroon, reunited under the banner of West Indies Champions for the World Championship of Legends which will be held in the United Kingdom from July 18 to August 2. Alongside them, WCL also welcomes a dynamic line-up featuring Sheldon Cottrell, Lendl Simmons, Dwayne Smith, Shannon Gabriel, and Shivnarine Chanderpaul, setting the stage for one of the most electrifying squads of the tournament. The Universe Boss, Chris Gayle, will be the captain once again for the 2025 season. He stays true to his promise shared: "Last year, I promised the fans that this season would be greater—and here we are. I'm back as captain of the West Indies Champions, playing alongside my brothers Bravo and Pollard. With this squad, expect nothing less than fireworks. West Indies cricket runs through our veins—we're here to win." Dwayne Bravo, one of T20's greatest all-rounders with 631 wickets across 582 matches, added: "It's great to be representing the West Indies once again - I'm incredibly excited to play with and against good friends and cricketing legends. Polly and I have been good friends for such a long time. Now, we represent our nation once more in the World Championship of Legends." Kieron Pollard, former West Indies captain and one of the most powerful T20 batters in the world, said: "We played together for many years for West Indies and in franchise cricket — it's nice to be able to do that once again. For me, too, coming back feels special. To once again wear the colours of West Indies Champions and compete with legends is something I couldn't pass up." Ajay Sethi, Owner of the West Indies Champions, said: "It's like reliving history. Chris, Bravo, and Pollard's return define the golden era of West Indies cricket. These three have been the face of West Indies T20 success for years. Seeing them walk out in maroon again is emotional for fans and the cricketing world. This is not just a comeback; it's a celebration of legacy." Harshit Tomar, Founder & CEO of the World Championship of Legends, shared: "WCL is not just about retired players, we also focus on cricketers who are still active globally but not centrally contracted. Our goal is to offer fans elite-level cricket and nostalgia all in one. Gayle and Pollard were always favourites of mine, and now with Bravo in the mix, West Indies Champions look absolutely formidable." Sanctioned by the England & Wales Cricket Board, the World Championship of Legends is the only international T20 league for retired professionals. Blending legacy with competition, WCL has become the most exciting global celebration of the sport's modern legends.
