Kochi Tuskers Kerala is one of the former franchises in the IPL. When IPL was expanded for the first time, along with Pune, the city of Pune also got an IPL franchise. However, KTK stayed in the fray for just one season before a controversy put them out of IPL. Kochi has a lot of fans of cricket and hence, there was a need to have a franchise there. However, since then, the state of Kerala has not had any IPL franchise.
Nevertheless, some of the KTK players are still doing well while some of them have done well as a Head Coach. On that note, here, we take a look at the list of two former Kochi Tuskers Kerala players who have been Head Coach in IPL.
1) Brad Hodge – Punjab Kings and Gujarat Lions
Brad Hodge is one of the underrated players to have been a part of the T20 format. Back when the tournament started, he played in various leagues and found success as a captain, too. Having done so much as a player, it was natural that he got an opportunity as a Head Coach. Hodge was the Head Coach of GL and PBKS. While he did well in one season with GL, he could not enjoy a long stint at Punjab.
2) Mahela Jayawardene – Mumbai Indians
Mahela Jayawardene is one of the former Kochi Tuskers Kerala players who have been Head Coach in IPL. The Sri Lankan legend is the first captain of the side. He was one of the key signings and it was around him that the squad was built. Later, Mahela donned the role of a Head Coach for Mumbai Indians and became one of the most successful at his jobs. He won a series of trophies before recently being promoted within the MI Family.
