US EditionKKR Appoints Dishant Yagnik: A New Era in Fielding Excellence | Sports-Games
- On Jan 21, 2026, Kolkata Knight Riders appointed former Rajasthan wicketkeeper-batsman Dishant Yagnik as their new fielding coach, the move reported from Kolkata, West Bengal.
- Dishant Yagnik has worked as a fielding coach across multiple IPL seasons since retiring, and Kolkata Knight Riders cited his experience and sharp eye for fielding excellence.
- A former Rajasthan Royals player, Yagnik recorded 945 runs in 41 List A matches and appeared for RR between 2011 and 2014.
- KKR's coaching roster now includes Dishant Yagnik, joining a new-look staff led by Abhishek Nayar and featuring DJ Bravo, Shane Watson, Tim Southee and Andre Russell.
- With IPL 2026 slated for March 26 to May 31, Kolkata Knight Riders expects Dishant Yagnik to bolster fielding standards and coaching depth as the franchise finalises its support staff.
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IPL: Dishant Yagnik appointed as fielding coach of KKR ahead of 2026 edition - The Tribune
Former wicketkeeper-batter Dishant Yagnik has been appointed as the fielding coach of the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 edition on Wednesday, according to a release.
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IPL: Dishant Yagnik appointed as fielding coach of KKR ahead of 2026 edition
Former wicketkeeper-batter Dishant Yagnik has been appointed as the fielding coach of the three-time champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 edition on Wednesday, according to a release.
KKR appoints Dishant Yagnik as fielding coach ahead of IPL 2026
Kolkata, Jan 21 (PTI) Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday appointed former wicketkeeper-batter Dishant Yagnik as the fielding coach of the team ahead of IPL 2026. KKR said Yagnik would bring a wealth of experience and a sharp eye for fielding excellence to the team. “Yagnik is set to bring a wealth of experience and […]
KKR Appoints Dishant Yagnik: A New Era in Fielding Excellence | Sports-Games
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) appoint Dishant Yagnik as fielding coach ahead of IPL 2026. Bringing vast experience, Yagnik joins a refreshed coaching team led by Abhishek Nayar. The former wicketkeeper-batter previously represented Rajasthan and participated in IPL from 2011-2014, continuing his involvement as a fielding coach post-retirement.
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