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Zaheer Khan Takes Charge as CSK Coach, Begins Training Players on Field
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News18•24-09-2026, 09:08
Zaheer Khan Takes Charge as CSK Coach, Begins Training Players on Field
- •2011 World Cup winner Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan is in action mode after becoming the head coach of Chennai Super Kings.
- •He met with two of the team's pacers, Gurjapneet Singh and Khaleel Ahmed, making it a meeting of three left-arm pacers.
- •Zaheer Khan took over the role after Stephen Fleming stepped down from the head coach position after 18 years.
- •Zaheer Khan's immense experience, including 92 Tests, 200 ODIs, and 17 T20 Internationals for India, will benefit CSK.
- •MS Dhoni, Ruturaj Gaikwad, and owner Rupa Gurunath reportedly wanted an Indian coach this time.
Key Questions Answered
Former India fast bowler Zaheer Khan has been appointed as the new head coach of Chennai Super Kings, replacing Stephen Fleming who stepped down after 18 years.
MS Dhoni suggested Zaheer Khan for the role after discussing it with captain Ruturaj Gaikwad and owner Rupa Gurunath.
The Board of Directors called an AGM to investigate reports and serious allegations linking a CSK player to match-fixing and corruption activities during the 2025 season.
