{"id":6543,"date":"2026-04-30T16:21:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-30T16:21:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/1win.za.com\/ipl\/amay-khurasiya-quits-kerala-coaching-role-appointed-chhattisgarh-head-coach"},"modified":"2026-04-30T16:21:26","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T16:21:26","slug":"amay-khurasiya-quits-kerala-coaching-role-appointed-chhattisgarh-head-coach","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/1win.za.com\/ipl\/amay-khurasiya-quits-kerala-coaching-role-appointed-chhattisgarh-head-coach","title":{"rendered":"Amay Khurasiya quits Kerala coaching role, appointed Chhattisgarh head coach"},"content":{"rendered":"

Amay Khurasiya, the former India batter who steered Kerala to their maiden Ranji Trophy final, has stepped down as head coach after completing a two-year stint. The 53-year-old will now begin a new chapter by taking charge of Chhattisgarh ahead of the next Ranji Trophy season, calling the switch a \u201cfresh challenge.\u201d<\/p>\n

Khurasiya\u2019s move from Kerala to Chhattisgarh<\/h2>\n
    \n
  1. Khurasiya, who had previously led Kerala to the Ranji Trophy final for the first time in the 2024-25 season, has concluded his two-year tenure as head coach.<\/li>\n
  2. He decided to relocate his base to Chhattisgarh for the upcoming Ranji season and officially submitted his resignation after being in Thiruvananthapuram earlier in the week.<\/li>\n
  3. Kerala\u2019s coaching change comes as his contract with the Kerala Cricket Association (KCA) ended at the close of the season.<\/li>\n
  4. In his comments, Khurasiya described the new assignment as an exciting opportunity and said he was looking forward to rebuilding work in Chhattisgarh.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Speaking about his time with Kerala, Khurasiya said he enjoyed the past two years with the group, describing them as a humble set of people. He added that, as the team moves ahead, it requires a strong mentor more than just a coach. He also expressed that he will miss Kerala, the team bonding, and the warm environment surrounding the squad.<\/p>\n

    Why the Kerala exit was announced<\/h2>\n

    The KCA clarified that the decision was not linked to on-field results. KCA secretary Vinod Kumar said that a typical coaching appointment with the association runs for two years, and Khurasiya\u2019s departure had nothing to do with Kerala\u2019s performance last season. Vinod also noted that a run of injuries disrupted Kerala\u2019s campaign, and the side was unable to progress as hoped.<\/p>\n

    Vinod further indicated that the association will issue an Expression of Interest and invite applications for a new head coach in the coming days. He also credited Khurasiya for improving the squad\u2019s professional standards and work ethic during his tenure.<\/p>\n

    \u201cAmay brought in a strong sense of professionalism and work ethic to this team,\u201d Vinod said, adding that Khurasiya\u2019s impact on Kerala cricket over the previous two years had been significant.<\/p>\n

    Players Khurasiya highlighted<\/h2>\n

    Khurasiya also pointed to some of the state\u2019s emerging talent. He singled out MD Nidheesh as Kerala\u2019s \u201cfind of the season\u201d last year and praised Eden Apple Tom as another promising pacer who, in his view, can be developed further.<\/p>\n

    What lies ahead for Chhattisgarh<\/h2>\n

    In his new role, Khurasiya\u2019s focus will be on nurturing the region\u2019s developing players and strengthening the overall cricketing structure. With Chhattisgarh yet to qualify for the Ranji Trophy knockouts, rebuilding and creating momentum will be central to his responsibilities.<\/p>\n

    \u201cThat\u2019s exactly what I am looking forward to,\u201d Khurasiya said, underlining his motivation for the challenge ahead.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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