Albie Morkel joins CSK as assistant coach

By Alex, CricTips Editorial Team · How we predict.

Albie Morkel Joins CSK as Assistant Coach for IPL 2027

Former South African allrounder Albie Morkel has been appointed assistant coach of Chennai Super Kings (CSK) ahead of IPL 2027. He joins the new coaching setup led by head coach Zaheer Khan as the franchise aims to add to its five IPL titles.

Key Coaching Staff Updates:

• Albie Morkel: Assistant Coach.
• Gareth Batty: Assistant Coach (formerly Surrey head coach).
• Mohit Sharma: Bowling Coach (confirmed on September 29).
• Sridharan Sriram: Retained as Assistant Coach (joined ahead of IPL 2025).
• James Foster: Retained as Fielding Coach.

Morkel’s CSK History:

• Played for CSK from the inaugural IPL season in 2008 until 2013.
• Appeared in 92 matches.
• Won IPL titles in 2010 and 2011.
• Won the Champions League T20 in 2010.
• Recently served as head coach of Joburg Super Kings in SA20 (took over from Stephen Fleming in July).

Quotes:

Albie Morkel:
“I share a special bond with the Super Kings family. The sound of the fans and the whistles at Chepauk is something that has reverberated in my ears since my playing days. I have special memories at Chennai Super Kings, both on and off the field. I am excited to share my knowledge and experience with the youngsters in the team.”

Mohit Sharma:
"It is an absolute pleasure to return to the franchise I once represented, and it feels like coming back home. I started my IPL career with CSK and it acted as the catalyst that propelled me into the national circuit. I have some wonderful memories with the Super Kings, especially winning the Purple Cap award and the 2014 CLT20 title. I look forward to sharing my inputs and work alongside Head Coach Zaheer Khan.”

Next Steps:
The coaching group’s immediate priority is finalizing the squad retention list ahead of the mini auction in December.