The departure of McCullum was precipitated by a sharp downturn in England's traditional cricket fortunes. In an unexpected turn of events, Justin Langer has entered the frame as a serious contender to command the English red-ball contingent.
As the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 approaches, all 10 franchises have finalised their coaching set-ups ahead of what promises to be another thrilling T20 spectacle. With mega-auctions, new strategies, and the ever-evolving landscape of T20 cricket, one of the most crucial elements for any team's success is its leadership in the dugout: the head coach. The much-awaited IPL 2026 will kick off on March 26 and head coaches will be the backbone of team strategy - shaping game plans, managing player workloads, and guiding squads through the ups and downs of the long IPL season. Notably, most head coaches have been retained from previous seasons, with notable changes at Kolkata Knight Riders and Rajasthan Royals. Here's the complete and updated list of head coaches for all 10 teams for the upcoming IPL 2026 season:
As franchises gear up for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi, the focus is not just on the players going under the hammer, but also on the head coaches, whose philosophies will directly influence retention strategies, trade decisions, and the all-important auction bids. These coaches hold the key to the IPL franchises' fortunes, tasked with molding a championship-winning squad from a fresh pool of talent. While some teams have retained their trusted coaches, few franchises have turned to fresh faces to revitalize their fortunes for the IPL 2026 season. Here's a list of head coaches of RCB, CSK, MI, KKR and others for IPL 2026 season:
As franchises gear up for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction on December 16 in Abu Dhabi, the focus is not just on the players going under the hammer, but also on the head coaches, whose philosophies will directly influence retention strategies, trade decisions, and the all-important auction bids. These coaches hold the key to the IPL franchises' fortunes, tasked with molding a championship-winning squad from a fresh pool of talent. While some teams have retained their trusted coaches, few franchises have turned to fresh faces to revitalize their fortunes for the IPL 2026 season. Here's a list of head coaches of RCB, CSK, MI, KKR and others for IPL 2026 season:
As franchises gear up for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, the focus is not just on the players going under the hammer, but also on the head coaches, whose philosophies will directly influence retention strategies, trade decisions, and the all-important auction bids. These coaches hold the key to the IPL franchises' fortunes, tasked with molding a championship-winning squad from a fresh pool of talent. While some teams have retained their trusted coaches, few franchises have turned to fresh faces to revitalize their fortunes for the IPL 2026 season. Here's a list of head coaches of RCB, CSK, MI, KKR and others for IPL 2026 season:
As franchises gear up for the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction, the focus is not just on the players going under the hammer, but also on the head coaches, whose philosophies will directly influence retention strategies, trade decisions, and the all-important auction bids. These coaches hold the key to the IPL franchises' fortunes, tasked with molding a championship-winning squad from a fresh pool of talent. While some teams have retained their trusted coaches, few franchises have turned to fresh faces to revitalize their fortunes for the IPL 2026 season. Here's a list of head coaches of RCB, CSK, MI, KKR and others for IPL 2026 season:
Former India pacer Zaheer Khan has parted ways with Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) after just one season in the role of team mentor and bowling coach.
It now remains to be seen who LSG will appoint as their new mentor and Director of Cricket. Before joining Lucknow, Zaheer was associated with the Mumbai Indians until 2022. In addition to naming a new mentor, LSG is also planning to appoint a Director of Cricket to oversee the year-round development of the entire LSG group of teams.
Here is list of five coaches that may face sacking before IPL 2026 auctions.
Langer has been named as the head coach of the Lucknow Super Giants in Indian Premier League. He will form a team with KL Rahul and Gautam Gambhir, who are the captain and mentor of the team respectively.
The franchise management has chosen not to comment on the potential coaching staff changes, while Langer, currently unattached to any coaching assignments, remains open to new opportunities.
Langer`s resignation came a day after his England counterpart Chris Silverwood left his job and the Australian was linked with the vacant role which eventually went to New Zealander Brendon McCullum.
Australia needed a "new style of coaching", captain Pat Cummins said on Wednesday in his first public comments since the departure of former national team coach Justin Langer.
Australia legend Adam Gilchrist saidthat Langer was the kind of person who would acknowledge his frailties and always work out an amicable solution with players and support staff.
Former Australia pacer Mitchell Johnson says Pat Cummins has failed his big test as captain of Australia pretty miserably.
Langer resigned from his post on Saturday, unhappy with the short-term contract extension offered by Cricket Australia (CA) after a marathon seven-hour board meeting.
Justin informed CA this morning he was not accepting the offer and would resign with immediate effect. The news was confirmed by Langer's management company.
Langer's future had appeared uncertain following the long meeting on Friday. He took over the position in the wake of the ball-tampering scandal in South Africa in 2018. His contract was due to expire this year.
Australia's recent success notwithstanding, head coach Justin Langer will have to wait until the end of the home season to know if his contract will be extended, according to the chief executive of the country's apex cricket body, Nick Hockley.
Australia coach gives update on Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazelwood fitness for the Boxing day Test.
Cricket Australia (CA) CEO Nick Hockley hopes Tim Paine returns to country`s test side "as quickly as possible" after the wicketkeeper resigned from the captaincy because of his involvement in a "sexting" scandal.
It was vindication for left-arm paceman Mitchell Starc after his place in Australia’s much-vaunted pace attack was called into question in the run-up to the series.