Former India pacer Mohit Sharma is expected to become part of the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) coaching setup as their bowling coach from the upcoming season.
Sources indicate that talks between Sharma and the franchise are currently in progress and unless there is an unexpected development, CSK could make the appointment official soon.
Whom will Mohit Sharma replace as CSK’s bowling coach?
Mohit Sharma last featured in the IPL for Delhi Capitals and has previously represented CSK across two separate spells, covering four seasons. He is set to take over from Eric Simmons as the franchise’s bowling coach.
Who recommended Mohit Sharma for the CSK coaching position?
CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan has confirmed the appointment, revealing that Mohit Sharma will take charge as the franchise’s new bowling coach. Viswanathan said head coach Zaheer Khan had proposed Mohit’s name for the role, while also recalling his impressive contribution as a player for the team. The CSK chief added that the franchise expects Mohit to make a strong impact in his new coaching role.
What did Kasi Viswanathan say about Mohit Sharma’s appointment?
‘Mohit will join CSK as our new bowling coach. His name was recommended by our head coach Zaheer Khan. Mohit was tremendous with us as a player as well and we hope he will do a great job as bowling coach,’ Viswanathan told TOI.
How will CSK fill the remaining coaching positions?
‘The next set of coaching staffs will also be recruited on Zaheer’s recommendation in the coming weeks,’ he added.
What are Mohit Sharma’s overall IPL career statistics?
At 38, Mohit Sharma has featured in 120 IPL matches and taken 134 wickets. His career received a boost during his stint with Gujarat Titans where his disciplined bowling and variations made him one of the team’s dependable wicket-takers. He claimed 41 wickets across his two seasons with GT. Before that Sharma spent three seasons with Punjab Kings from 2016 to 2018.
When did Mohit Sharma retire from professional cricket?
The Haryana pacer called time on his professional playing career in December last year. ‘Today, with a full heart, I announce my retirement from all formats of cricket. From representing Haryana to wearing the India jersey and playing in the IPL, this journey has been nothing short of a blessing. A very special thank you to the Haryana Cricket Association for being the backbone of my career. And my deepest gratitude to Anirudh Sir, whose constant guidance and belief in me shaped my path in ways words cannot express. Thank you to the BCCI, my coaches, my teammates, IPL franchises, support staff and all my friends for their love and support,’ Mohit wrote in an emotional retirement post.
What were the key highlights of Mohit Sharma’s international and IPL career?
Mohit Sharma’s international career included the 2015 World Cup campaign led by MS Dhoni where he finished as the joint third-highest wicket taker in the tournament. In the IPL his standout season came in 2014 while representing CSK as he claimed 23 wickets to secure the Purple Cap. For India Mohit featured in 26 ODIs and eight T20Is taking 31 and six wickets respectively.