Former England wicketkeeper James Foster, who played for India between 2001 and 2009, has been appointed the fielding coach for Chennai Super Kings (CSK). He will be seen coaching under former CSK head coach Stephen Fleming.
Five-time IPL champion Chennai Super Kings always likes to stick to its old habits, be it players or coaches. They have had players like Stephen Fleming and Michael Hussey as coaches in the IPL, who have been associated with the franchise over the years.
CSK team will start its campaign against Rajasthan Royals on March 30 in Guwahati. They continue their campaign against Punjab Kings on April 3, with their next few matches coming against RCB and Delhi Capitals. That’s four games for them on the season schedule announced so far.
James Foster appointed CSK fielding coach for IPL 2026
Former England wicketkeeper Foster played 23 matches for England across all formats between 2001 and 2009, but despite a short career as a player, his contribution to the game as a coach has been extensive.
James Foster, who won 23 caps across all formats as England wicketkeeper between 2001 and 2009, has coached extensively in franchise cricket since retiring from his playing career in 2018.
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He retired from his playing career some time ago, but since doing so in 2018, he has become a well-known name in franchise leagues around the world. He won the ILT20 as head coach of the Desert Vipers in January 2026 and was named assistant coach of Birmingham Phoenix in the Men’s Hundred.
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