IPL 2026 Coaching Shake-Up: Dravid, Zaheer & Pandit Quit as Arun, Nayar Step In
Ahead of IPL 2026, major coaching shake-ups have rocked the league. Rahul Dravid stepped down from Rajasthan Royals amid swirling rumours about Sanju Samson’s future, while Zaheer Khan ended his one-year stint with Lucknow Super Giants, making way for Bharat Arun to join as their new bowling coach. Meanwhile, Chandrakant Pandit resigned as KKR head coach, with Abhishek Nayar returning to take charge, signaling a significant reshuffle in franchise leadership ahead of the upcoming season.
Rahul Dravid Quits Rajasthan Royals Ahead of IPL 2026
Rahul Dravid resigns as Rajasthan Royals head coach ahead of IPL 2026, declining a broader role after the franchise’s structural review. (Photo:NDTVSport)
Sanju Samson Rumoured to Exit RR After Rahul Dravid Quits
Rumours swirl around Sanju Samson’s future at Rajasthan Royals amid reports of a rift after Rahul Dravid quit ahead of IPL 2026. (Photo:IndiaToday)
Zaheer Khan's One-Year Stint with Lucknow Super Giants Ends Before IPL 2026
Zaheer Khan concludes his tenure as LSG mentor; franchise seeks new leadership ahead of IPL 2026 season. (Photo: NDTV Sports)
After Zaheer Khan Exit, Bharat Arun Comes Onboard LSG as Bowling Coach
Bharat Arun joins Lucknow Super Giants as bowling coach, replacing Zaheer Khan, ahead of the IPL 2026 season. (Photo: X/Lucknow Super Giants)
Chandrakant Pandit Steps Down as KKR Head Coach Ahead of IPL 2026
Chandrakant Pandit resigns as KKR head coach ahead of IPL 2026, ending a three-season tenure with the franchise.(Photo:ESPN India)
Abhishek Nayar Returns to KKR Ahead of IPL 2026 After Pandit’s Exit
Abhishek Nayar rejoins Kolkata Knight Riders as coach ahead of IPL 2026, following Chandrakant Pandit’s resignation.(Photo:Mint)
