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CSK Will Have a New Head Coach, But 'No Rush' Says Captain Gaikwad

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the franchise will appoint a new head coach after Stephen Fleming's departure, but there is no urgency, with ample time before the next IPL season. He also spoke about the responsibility of succeeding MS Dhoni and the team's current difficult phase.

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'No Rush to Make a Decision': CSK Captain on Finding Fleming's Successor

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the franchise will appoint a new head coach following Stephen Fleming's departure, but stressed there is no urgency to decide, with ample time remaining before the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season. Speaking to reporters in Coimbatore, Gaikwad said: "We will have a head coach. The management is obviously thinking about it. There is still plenty of time before the IPL, so there is no rush to make a decision."

In July, CSK and Fleming decided to mutually part ways, ending one of the most successful and enduring partnerships in the history of the IPL. Fleming joined CSK as a player in the IPL's inaugural year (2008) and took over as head coach from 2009. Over the next 17 years, the association built one of the most respected and consistent set-ups in franchise cricket. Under his guidance, the franchise won five IPL titles and two Champions League T20 trophies, and made the playoffs a record 12 times while reaching 10 IPL finals.

Carrying on from Dhoni

Gaikwad, who took over the CSK captaincy from MS Dhoni, acknowledged that his life has changed significantly over the past year, with the responsibility of succeeding the former skipper bringing greater expectations. "Yes, it has definitely changed a lot. I won't deny that. Taking over from MS Dhoni comes with a lot of responsibility because of his immense success, and naturally, there are high expectations for more wins and titles. But that's part of the role. As long as I continue to enjoy it, I'm happy to do it," he said.

A Difficult Phase

Reflecting on CSK's remarkable journey since 2008, Gaikwad acknowledged that the franchise is currently going through a difficult phase. He called on fans to remain patient and continue backing the team through its struggles, just as they have during its trophy-winning years. "As CSK fans and as a franchise, we've been on an incredible journey. Since 2008, almost every cycle has brought us an IPL trophy, and very few franchises have been able to achieve that level of consistency. Our fans have stood by us through some incredible moments, and now we need them to stay with us through the difficult times as well," he concluded.

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ANI (Asian News International)

Framing: The headline emphasizes Gaikwad's statement that there is no rush to decide on a new head coach following Fleming's departure.

as of Sep 1, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Chennai Super Kings (CSK) captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the franchise will appoint a new head coach following Stephen Fleming's departure, but stressed that there is no urgency to decide, with ample time remaining before the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
In July, CSK and Fleming decided to mutually part ways, bringing to a close one of the most successful and enduring partnerships in the history of the IPL.
Fleming joined Chennai Super Kings as a player in the IPL's inaugural year (2008) and took over as head coach from 2009.
Over the next 17 years, the association built one of the most respected and consistent set-ups in franchise cricket.
"We will have a head coach. The management is obviously thinking about it. There is still plenty of time before the IPL, so there is no rush to make a decision," Gaikwad told the reporters.
Gaikwad acknowledged that his life has changed significantly over the past year, with the responsibility of succeeding former CSK skipper MS Dhoni bringing greater expectations.

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NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC

Facts Included:

Gaikwad said CSK is considering Fleming's successor but there is no rush
Gaikwad said the management is thinking about the head coach choice
Gaikwad said there is plenty of time before the IPL
Fleming first joined CSK as a player in 2008 and became head coach the following year
Fleming led CSK to five IPL titles and two Champions League T20 trophies
CSK made the playoffs a record 12 times and reached 10 IPL finals under Fleming
Gaikwad took over the CSK captaincy from MS Dhoni
Gaikwad said his life has changed a lot in the past year and he is comfortable with the added responsibility
Gaikwad said taking over from MS Dhoni comes with responsibilitybecause of his immense success and high expectations
Gaikwad acknowledged CSK is going through a tough phase
Gaikwad said since 2008 almost every cycle has brought an IPL trophy

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The Tribune

Framing: Emphasizes Gaikwad's statement that there is no rush to decide on a new head coach after Fleming's departure

as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC

Facts Included:

Chennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the franchise will appoint a new head coach following Stephen Fleming's departure, but stressed that there is no urgency to decide, with ample time remaining before the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season
In July, CSK and Fleming decided to mutually part ways, bringing to a close one of the most successful and enduring partnerships in the history of the IPL
Fleming joined Chennai Super Kings as a player in the IPL's inaugural year (2008) and took over as head coach from 2009
"We will have a head coach. The management is obviously thinking about it. There is still plenty of time before the IPL, so there is no rush to make a decision," Gaikwad told the reporters
Gaikwad acknowledged that his life has changed significantly over the past year, with the responsibility of succeeding former CSK skipper MS Dhoni bringing greater expectations
"Yes, it has definitely changed a lot. I won't deny that. Taking over from MS Dhoni comes with a lot of responsibility because of his immense success, and naturally, there are high expectations for more wins and titles. But that's part of the role. As long as I continue to enjoy it, I'm happy to do it," he said
Gaikwad reflected on CSK's remarkable journey since 2008, acknowledging that the franchise is currently going through a difficult phase
He called on the fans to remain patient and continue backing the team through its struggles, just as they have during its trophy-winning years
"As CSK fans and as a franchise, we've been on an incredible journey. Since 2008, almost every cycle has brought us an IPL trophy,and very few franchises have been able to achieve that level of consistency. Our fans have stood by us through some incredible moments,and now we need them to stay with us through the difficult times as well," he concluded

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Claim	Confidence	Status
ClaimChennai Super Kings captain Ruturaj Gaikwad said the franchise will appoint a new head coach following Stephen Fleming's departure, but stressed that there is no urgency to decide, with ample time remaining before the next Indian Premier League (IPL) season.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via ANI (Asian News International) as of Sep 1, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC, The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC
ClaimIn July, CSK and Fleming decided to mutually part ways.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via ANI (Asian News International) as of Sep 1, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC, The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC
ClaimStephen Fleming joined Chennai Super Kings as a player in the IPL's inaugural year (2008) and took over as head coach from 2009.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via ANI (Asian News International) as of Sep 1, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC, The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC
ClaimFleming led CSK to five IPL titles and two Champions League T20 trophies.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC
ClaimUnder Fleming, CSK made the playoffs a record 12 times and reached 10 IPL finals.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC
ClaimGaikwad said the management is thinking about the head coach choice.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via ANI (Asian News International) as of Sep 1, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC, The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC
ClaimGaikwad said there is plenty of time before the IPL, so there is no rush to make a decision.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via ANI (Asian News International) as of Sep 1, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC, The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC
ClaimGaikwad took over the CSK captaincy from MS Dhoni.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC
ClaimGaikwad acknowledgedthat his life has changed significantly over the past year, with the responsibility of succeeding former CSK skipper MS Dhoni bringing greater expectations.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (3 outlets · 2 distinct) via ANI (Asian News International) as of Sep 1, 2026, 6:47 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC, The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC
ClaimGaikwad said taking over from MS Dhoni comes with a lot of responsibility because of his immense success, and naturally, there are high expectations for more wins and titles, but that's part of the role.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC
ClaimGaikwad said as long as he continues to enjoy it, he is happy to do it.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC
ClaimGaikwad reflected on CSK's remarkable journey since 2008, acknowledging that the franchise is currently going through a difficult phase.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC, NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC
ClaimGaikwad called on the fans to remain patient and continue backing the team through its struggles.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusSingle-source via The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC
ClaimGaikwad said since 2008, almost every cycle has brought CSK an IPL trophy, and very few franchises have been able to achieve that level of consistency.	ConfidenceHigh	StatusMulti-source (2 outlets · 2 distinct) via NewsBytes as of Sep 2, 2026, 5:47 AM UTC, The Tribune as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:19 PM UTC

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2 distinct · 3 mastheads · 3 articles consulted: ANI (Asian News International), NewsBytes, The Tribune 14 claims extracted Version 1 Written 2026-09-02