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Former national selector MSK Prasad has expressed his admiration for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) after they appointed former Indian pacer Zaheer Khan as their mentor ahead of the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League.
Zaheer Khan Became The New Mentor Of LSG
Zaheer Khan is taking over the role from former Indian cricketer Gautam Gambhir. On Wednesday, LSG made the official announcement through their social media channels following a press conference.
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In an exclusive interview with Sportskeeda, MSK Prasad lauded Zaheer Khan’s appointment, stating that his vast experience and knowledge will significantly benefit the franchise.
LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka, who was also present at the press conference, stated that Zaheer Khan will oversee the overall development of the players.
Zaheer Khan’s Appointment A Game-Changer For LSG – MSK Prasad
Meanwhile, MSK Prasad hailed Zaheer Khan as a cool customer, who possesses a wealth of experience in the game. He believes that Zaheer Khan’s insights on the game and guidance to the team will be invaluable to the Lucknow players. With his vast knowledge, Zaheer Khan is expected to help the players improve their skills.
“It’s very good news for Lucknow Super Giants, that someone of Zaheer Khan’s stature has been drafted in as a mentor of the side,” Prasad told Sportskeeda in an interview.
He added: “He is a very cool, calm customer, and he understands the game much, much better. And he has got a lot of depth and a lot of knowledge. Apart from that, his personal success across all formats, in T20s, both in IPL and with the Indian team, wealth of experience will be of immense help to the franchise.”
For the unversed, the position of mentor at the Lucknow Super Giants had been vacant ever since Gautam Gambhir’s departure in 2024. Gambhir had moved to Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) before the IPL 2024 season and is currently heading the position of head coach for the Indian cricket team.
Zaheer Khan’s inclusion in the team is expected to give a boost to the bowling set-up of the franchise, especially after bowling coach Morne Morkel left the franchise. Morkel has joined the Indian cricket team as the assistant coach alongside Gautam Gambhir and Abhishek Nayar.
“He can also be a very big guide for our bowlers. We’ve got a wonderful bowling unit. I think now that Morne has moved on, I think Zaheer’s knowledge, not only as a mentor but also for our bowling unit will be a big booster. It’s wonderful and I am very happy that someone of such wonderful stature has been drafted in. It will be a good game-changer for LSG,” Prasad further said.
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