Massive cleanup at CSK Zaheer Khan appointed as new head coach

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) have announced a major change in their coaching department ahead of the 2027 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). Former India pacer Zaheer Khan has been appointed as the new head coach and has sacked several key staff.On Monday, CSK officially announced the sack of strength and conditioning coach Greg King. On this occasion, the team thanked him for his contribution to the physical preparation of the team.

The franchise also revealed that some other key members have also withdrawn from the team. They include batting coach Michael Hussey, bowling coach Eric Simmons and assistant batting coach Rajiv Kumar. Apart from this, the services of physiotherapist Tommy Simsek, who has been with the team since the inaugural season of the IPL in 2008, have also been suspended.

Former England off-spinner Gareth Batty has been appointed as the assistant coach and former India pacer Mohit Sharma has been appointed as the bowling coach.Stephen Fleming, who has been the head coach of CSK for the last 18 years, has joined the England Test team. Former CSK bowling coach Eric Simmons and fielding coach James Foster are also currently working with the England team.