Zaheer Khan was named Chennai Super Kings’ new head coach on Monday. The former Indian seamer replaced Stephen Fleming, who parted ways with the franchise earlier this year.
As per the latest developments, the decision was made on MS Dhoni’s recommendation. CSK CEO Kasi Viswanathan told Cricbuzz about Dhoni’s continued influence at the franchise. Zaheer will start with a one-year contract, marking his third coaching stint in the IPL after Lucknow Super Giants and Mumbai Indians.