Gujarat Lions appoints Kaif as Assistant coach

"I am looking forward to my new role as an Assistant Coach in the team. It will be a great opportunity to work with an extremely talented players with likes of Suresh Raina, Ravinder Jadeja, Bravo and many others as well", said Mohammad Kaif, who is looking forward to the new role.

Published : Feb 17, 2017 15:28 IST , New Delhi

Kaif will be valuable for the Gujarat Lions as he'll share his experience and in-depth knowledge of the game with youngsters in the team.
Kaif will be valuable for the Gujarat Lions as he'll share his experience and in-depth knowledge of the game with youngsters in the team.
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Kaif will be valuable for the Gujarat Lions as he'll share his experience and in-depth knowledge of the game with youngsters in the team.

IPL franchise Gujarat Lions today appointed former Indian middle-order batsman Mohammad Kaif as its assistant coach for the upcoming season starting April 5.

Speaking on appointment, Keshav Bansal, Director of Intex Technologies and owner of Gujarat Lions said: “Kaif is a great resource for our team, who has valuable experience and in-depth knowledge of the sport.

“The experience that he carries of the game, made us realise that he needs to be given larger roles as it will prove beneficial in our efforts to develop the game. I am confident that our team will benefit immensely from his guidance and mentorship.”

Kaif said he is looking forward to the new role. “I am looking forward to my new role as an Assistant Coach in the team. It will be a great opportunity to work with a dynamic owner like Keshav Bansal and with an extremely talented players with likes of Suresh Raina, Ravinder Jadeja, Bravo etc.,” he said.

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