Gareth Batty has officially departed his role as head coach of Surrey to take up a new position with Indian Premier League franchise Chennai Super Kings.
The former England cricketer will join the CSK management team as assistant head coach, marking a significant transition from domestic county leadership to the global stage of the IPL.
Batty’s move concludes his tenure at the Oval, where he has served as the primary tactical and strategic leader for the county’s first-class and limited-overs squads.
Chennai Super Kings, one of the most successful franchises in the IPL, will now benefit from Batty’s extensive experience in high-pressure domestic cricket environments.
This appointment highlights the increasing movement of senior coaching talent from English county cricket to international leagues, reflecting the growing influence of the IPL on the global cricketing landscape.
<small>Source: BBC Sport — read the original story there.</small>