Zaheer Khan Appointed Head Coach of Chennai Super Kings for 2027 Season

Summary
Chennai Super Kings has appointed former Indian pace bowler Zaheer Khan as the head coach for the 2027 season. Zaheer will replace Stephen Fleming, who coached CSK from 2009 to 2026. Under Fleming’s leadership, CSK became one of the most successful teams in IPL history.

October 5, Kathmandu – The Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Chennai Super Kings (CSK) has named former Indian fast bowler Zaheer Khan as their head coach for the 2027 season. Zaheer will succeed Stephen Fleming, who managed the team for eighteen consecutive seasons from 2009 to 2026. During Fleming’s tenure, CSK emerged as one of the IPL’s most successful teams.

Zaheer, age 47, is regarded as one of India’s most successful left-arm fast bowlers. He played a crucial role in India’s 2011 ODI World Cup victory. CSK announced that Zaheer will take on the head coaching responsibilities as they prepare for the new season. Stephen Fleming currently serves as the head coach of the England cricket team.