On Thursday, the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) named Chandrakant Pandit as their new head coach. Pandit, who has coached many successful local teams, recently led Madhya Pradesh to their first Ranji Trophy victory. He replaces Brendon McCullum.
🚨 We have a new HEAD COACH!
Welcome to the Knight Riders Family, Chandrakant Pandit 💜👏🏻 pic.twitter.com/Eofkz1zk6a
— KolkataKnightRiders (@KKRiders) August 17, 2022
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“It’s an incredible honour and privilege to be given this job,” Pandit said as he accepted the new position. I’ve heard about the Knight Riders’ family culture and winning tradition from players and others associated with the team. ”
“I am thrilled with the calibre of the team’s support staff and players, and I am looking forward to this opportunity with humility and optimism.”
“We are overjoyed that Chandu has agreed to join the Knight Riders family to help us navigate the next stage of our adventure.” Everyone can see his dedication to his work and his record of success in domestic cricket. “We look forward to his collaboration with our captain Shreyas Iyer, which promises to be exciting,” KKR CEO Venky Mysore said.
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