Pakistan, April 19 -- Abhishek Nayar has rejoined the support staff of Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). This news comes after the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) decided not to renew his contract as an assistant coach for the national team. KKR confirmed Nayar's return in a statement on April 19, noting he would likely participate in training at Eden Gardens the same day.

Interestingly, Nayar's reappointment happened before the BCCI officially announced his departure from the national team. He served as deputy to head coach Gautam Gambhir for nearly ten months. Along with Nayar, fielding coach T Dilip and strength and conditioning trainer Soham Desai also faced contract non-renewals.

A senior BCCI official personally informed e...