Zaheer Khan appointed CSK head coach after Badani contract talks fail
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 8:21 PM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026
Zaheer Khan has been appointed as the head coach of Chennai Super Kings, replacing Stephen Fleming. The decision comes after negotiations with Hemang Badani fell through due to contract length and job scope concerns. CSK management sought an Indian-led support staff but faced challenges in securing long-term commitments from candidates. Despite Zaheer's previous roles not ending ideally, his appointment is viewed as a potential short-term solution ahead of a mega auction. CSK has not disclosed the specifics of Zaheer's contract yet.
- •Zaheer Khan takes over as head coach of CSK following Stephen Fleming's exit.
- •Negotiations with Hemang Badani collapsed over contract duration and expectations.
- •CSK aims for an Indian-led support staff amid challenges finding a long-term candidate.
- •Zaheer's prior coaching roles were marked by less than ideal conclusions.
- •The details of Zaheer's contract with CSK remain undisclosed.
- 8:21 PMYahoo Sports — Inside story of how Zaheer Khan pipped Hemang Badani for CSK head coach job
"Zaheer Khan has emerged as Chennai Super Kings' surprise choice to replace Stephen Fleming after talks with front-runner Hemang Badani broke down over contract length and the franchise's limited portfolio.
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