Ahead of the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, Abhishek Nayar has been appointed as the head coach of the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). The former Mumbai all-rounder, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, will now take charge of the team’s overall coaching responsibilities. Nayar replaces long-serving coaches who previously guided KKR through multiple IPL campaigns, marking a new chapter in the team’s coaching structure.

KKR appoints Abhishek Nayar as head coach

Abhishek Nayar’s association with KKR is not new. Over the years, he has played multiple roles within the team, from assistant coach to head of the KKR Academy, and has been instrumental in shaping several players’ careers. His close working relationship with stars like Dinesh Karthik, Shreya

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