Kolkata Knight Riders' all-rounder Andre Russell opened up on the mental issues which he faced in the last few years. The Caribbean stated that he was mentally down for the last few years before adding that he went through a lot. He failed to operate at the highest level as an all-rounder for KKR this season.

Andre RussellAlthough he has failed to unleash his fury with the bat, he thrived as a bowler, accounting for 19 dismissals in 15 appearances this season. He chipped in with a terrific bowling performance in the IPL 2024 final against Sunrisers Hyderabad at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai. 

Russell registered 3/19 in 2.3 overs at an economy of 7.60, dismissing the likes of Aiden Markram, Abdul Samad and Pat Cummins respectively. While speaking to the broadcaster after SRH's innings, Russell said, "My fitness is a big part of that but mentally I am in a better space. I was mentally down for the last few years, going through a lot."

After his impactful bowling display, Russell said that he was pleased with the way he went about his business in the high-voltage clash. "Very happy, very happy, especially getting three wickets in this game. We all know how important this game is. As big players, we all stood up tonight. Very happy with how I am bowling and very happy with how everyone's bowling."

Furthermore, he added that his body is good and that he wants to stay this way for the next couple of years. "Just being disciplined, bowling to the plans and trying to bowl less bad balls. At the end of the day, we stand firm, back ourselves and back the talent we have. My body is feeling very good, I want to stay this way for another couple of years," Russell said.