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BREAKING: India’s 2011 World Cup star appointed CSK head coach ahead of IPL 2027
- On Monday, September 21, 2026, Chennai Super Kings announced Zaheer Khan as their new head coach, replacing Stephen Fleming after his nearly two-decade association with the franchise.
- The coaching change follows consecutive last-place finishes for CSK in IPL 2025 and 2026, prompting the franchise to part ways with Fleming after his long tenure.
- Under Fleming, the team secured five IPL trophies and two Champions League Twenty20 titles, reaching the playoffs a record 12 times since joining in 2008.
- A key figure in India's 2011 World Cup win, Zaheer brings 92 Tests, 200 ODIs, and 17 T20Is of experience, stating, "It's an honour to be a part of one of the most successful teams."
- Franchise CEO and managing director Kasi Viswanathan noted that leadership tasked Dhoni with finding a successor; owner Rupa Gurunath hailed Zaheer as "one of the finest cricketing brains.
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Former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan has become the head coach of Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Fans have been reacting to this news on social media with varying reactions.
Zaheer Khan joins CSK as 5-time IPL champions appoint former India pacer as Stephen Fleming's replacement
A crucial part of India's successful World Cup 2011 campaign, Zaheer Khan joins CSK with a vast experience across formats having played 92 Tests, 200 ODIs and 17 T20Is for India. In the IPL, Zaheer has played 100 matches and turned to coaching roles post his retirement.
·New Delhi, India
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