Dale Steyn Departs Sunrisers Hyderabad, Citing Personal Reasons
Former South African fast bowler Dale Steyn has announced his departure from the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Sunrisers Hyderabad ahead of the upcoming season. Steyn, who served as the team’s bowling coach since 2022, has cited personal reasons for his decision.
Steyn’s exit comes after he had previously made himself unavailable for IPL 2024. In a social media post, he expressed his gratitude to the Sunrisers franchise while confirming his continued involvement with the South African T20 franchise Sunrisers Eastern Cape in the SA20.
During his playing career, Steyn represented several IPL teams, including Deccan Chargers, Royal Challengers Bangalore, Sunrisers, and Gujarat Lions. He last played for RCB in 2020 before transitioning to a coaching role with Sunrisers two years later.
As Sunrisers’ bowling coach, Steyn played a pivotal role in mentoring young Indian pacers, notably Umran Malik. Following Steyn’s unavailability for IPL 2024, the franchise appointed New Zealander James Franklin as their new bowling coach.
Sunrisers reached the final of the previous IPL season, where they narrowly lost to Kolkata Knight Riders. Steyn’s departure marks a significant change in the team’s coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming campaign.
