IPL 2023: Kolkata Knight Riders appoints Chandrakant Pandit as head coach
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Wednesday announced former Indian cricketer and reputed domestic cricket coach Chandrakant Pandit.
As its new head coach former New Zealand wicketkeeper-batter Brendon McCullum was serving.
As the side’s head coach till IPL 2022 but had to quit after being appointed as England men’s. Team head coach in Tests.
“We have a new HEAD COACH! Welcome to the Knight Riders Family, Chandrakant Pandit,” tweeted kolkata Knight Riders.
Making the announcement, Venky Mysore, CEO of KKR said in a statement, “We are very excited that Chandu is joining the Knight Riders family.
Lead us through the next phase of our journey. His deep commitment to what he does and his track record of success Domestic cricket.
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There for everyone to see. We are looking forward to his partnership with our skipper Shreyas Iyer, which promises to be an exciting one.”
Accepting the new challenge, Chandrakant Pandit said, “It is a great honour and privilege to be given this responsibility I have heard
From players and others who have been associated with the Knight Riders, about the family culture, as well as the tradition success.
That has been created. I am excited about the quality of the support staff and the players who are part of the set up I am looking.
Forward to this opportunity with all humility and positive expectations.” Notably, Chandrakant Pandit had guided Madhya Pradesh.
To their maiden Ranji Trophy title earlier this year in June. He has also led Mumbai and Vidarbha to Ranji Trophy triumphs as well.
