As the Chennai Super Kings continue their search for their first win in the ongoing IPL 2026 season, Stephen Fleming’s coaching has come under heavy scrutiny. However, the New Zealander has shifted the focus entirely to the players when it comes to success and failure.
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Actually, Fleming was questioned whether he felt he didn’t get that credit or praise for making CSK the joint-most successful franchise in the IPL, along with Mumbai Indians (MI), because he is now facing so much backlash when the team is going through a rough phase.
Coaches are judged on the players: Stephen Fleming
Stephen Fleming said at the pre-match press conference, as quoted by Cricbuzz: “It's actually purely the players. For me, it just gives us another year of coaching. And it's always been the case. The players do it. The coaching off the field is really important, but the performances on the field win titles. And, yes, we play a part in the fitness of players, the performance of players, and the mental state of players, but ultimately the coaches are judged on the players.”
Despite recent poor results, Fleming refused to accept that his coaching methods are outdated. The coach has made it clear that he is deeply involved in modern T20 cricket, working with CSK’s franchises in MLC and SA20 and constantly studying players and strategies from around the world.
Transition phase is CS hard, but Stephen Fleming remains confident about a big comeback
Stephen Fleming also pointed out that the Chennai Super Kings are currently going through a transition phase, with several new players coming into the squad. Because of this, the team is still trying to settle and find the right combination, while other teams have already settled.
Stephen Fleming signed off by saying, “Criticism is fair when you don't do well. That's part of the position. Look, I'm coaching throughout the year and two other competitions, and I'm doing auctions for a lot of players. So, it's not that I just turn off and then come to the IPL without an idea of where the game is going. I'm well aware, and the criticism is appropriate. So, we just have to work harder and find a way forward. But I do feel in touch with the game.”
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