Gareth Batty leaves Surrey to join CSK coaching staff

Gareth Batty, the former head coach of Surrey, has departed the club to join the coaching staff of the Chennai Super Kings. Batty is credited with leading Surrey to three consecutive County Championship titles between 2022 and 2024.
Why it matters
This move represents a significant coaching transition in professional cricket, highlighting the movement of talent between English county cricket and the Indian Premier League.
Head coach led club to three consecutive County Championships between 2022 and 2024 Cricinfo staff Published: Oct 26, 2026, 2:35 PM…
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