Chennai Super Kings have entered a new era after parting ways with long-time coach Stephen Fleming, and veteran all-rounder Ravichandran Ashwin believes the franchise could turn to former England captain Eoin Morgan as his successor. The five-time IPL champions have struggled in recent seasons following their successful run under Fleming’s management, prompting the franchise to seek fresh leadership for their rebuilding efforts.
According to Ashwin, Morgan’s name has emerged prominently in early discussions surrounding the vacant coaching position. However, uncertainty remains about the timing of any potential appointment, with questions about whether Morgan would assume the role immediately or join the franchise at a later stage. Morgan has never served as a head coach at international or franchise level, though he stepped away from professional cricket in 2023 and has since worked as a commentator and analyst.
Despite his lack of coaching experience, Morgan is widely regarded as an innovative strategist in white-ball cricket. He played a pivotal role in transforming England’s limited-overs approach and led the nation to World Cup glory in 2019, earning respect for his tactical acumen and bold leadership style. Ashwin also suggested that MS Dhoni could play a stabilizing role during CSK’s transition period, particularly given the mega auction scheduled for next year, allowing the franchise to navigate changes before implementing broader restructuring.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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