Albie Morkel To Join CSK As Coaching Staff Ahead Of IPL 2027 (Source: X)
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) are preparing for a major change in their coaching setup ahead of the IPL 2027. Former South African all-rounder Albie Morkel is set to join CSK's support staff under new head coach Zaheer Khan.
The franchise is looking to build a fresh coaching team after making several changes to its backroom staff ahead of IPL 2027.
Former England spinner Gareth Batty is also expected to join CSK as batting Coach, while Mohit Sharma will take charge as bowling coach.
Albie Morkel To Join CSK Ahead Of IPL 2027
Zaheer Khan recently met the CSK management in Chennai to discuss the team's coaching staff and plans for IPL 2027. The former India fast bowler has been given the responsibility of leading the franchise.
It is worth noting that, according to a recent video shared by CSK on X, the five-time champions have hinted that Albie Morkel might join CSK’s support staff ahead of the upcoming season.
Albie Morkel played an important role in CSK's successful years and represented the team from 2008 to 2013.
Playing for the ‘Yellow Army ’, Albie Morkel has played 78 matches and scored 827 runs at an average of 23.63 and a strike rate of 144.83. With the ball, he has bagged 76 wickets at an economy rate of 8.10.
Watch the video here:
It is also important to note that Morkel was appointed as the head coach of Joburg Super Kings, CSK’s sister franchise in SA20.
James Foster To Continue As CSK’s Fielding Coach
According to a report by The Indian Express, CSK will retain some members of their existing support staff as part of the changes. James Foster, who joined as fielding coach in 2026, will continue in the same position.
AR Srikanth and S Sriram will also remain with the franchise, although their exact responsibilities are yet to be confirmed by the franchise.
Meanwhile, CSK have parted ways with Michael Hussey, Eric Simons and Rajiv Kumar.
