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Mahela Jayawardene (source: MI/Twitter)
Behind every successful franchise, is a successful coach. In the end, it is the coach who ensures that his team goes in the right direction. Thus, there have been several legendary coaches in the history of the Indian T20 league. In order to acquire one, franchises need to pay them a hefty salary. Today, we shall be taking a look at the most expensive coaches of the Indian T20 league.
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1) Anil Kumble- INR 4 crore
Anil Kumble is the head coach of Punjab. Over the years, he has done a fairly decent job. Thus, he is the highest-paid coach in the Indian T20 League. It is to be noted that he's an absolute veteran of the game, and brings a lot to the table.
2) Stephen Fleming- INR 3.5 crore
Stephen Fleming is arguably the greatest coach in the history of the league. Under him, Chennai has gone on to win four titles. No other coach has won more titles than the Kiwi. Thus, the legend is on a contract worth INR 3.5 crore. With the kind of results he has shown, it doesn't seem likes he's leaving the franchise anytime soon.
3) Ricky Ponting- INR 3.5 crore
Ricky Ponting has one of the sharpest cricket brains. On and off the field, his tactics generally come good more often than not. Ever since he joined Delhi, he has completely changed the franchise from a laughing stock to a force to reckon with. As a matter of fact, it wouldn't be an overstatement to say that he is the brain behind the current team combination.
4) Brendon McCullum- INR 3.4 crore
Brendon McCullum revolutionized New Zealand cricket. Besides, he represented Kolkata during his playing days as well. McCullum makes INR 3.4 crores from his contract as Kolkata's coach. With the side making it to the final in 2021, the fans of Kolkata would hope that the team goes a step further, and wins the title in 2022.
5) Mahela Jayawardene- INR 2.30 crore
Mahela Jayawardene is unarguably one of the most influential coaches in the history of the league. After becoming Mumbai's head coach in 2017, he led the team toi three titles in five years under him. Thus, he has been the most successful coach of late. Under Jayawardene, the Rohit Sharma-led outfit has become arguably the best T20 side in the world. Thus, he is currently contracted at INR 2.30 crores.