Sunrisers Hyderabad have roped in former India tearaway Varun Aaron as the new bowling coach ahead of the next season of the Indian Premier League. The Sunrisers took to X on Monday to announce Varun’s appointment, which read, “A fiery addition to our coaching staff! Welcome Varun Aaron as our new bowling coach.”
Before Aaron’s appointment, former New Zealand quick James Franklin served as SRH’s bowling coach last season, replacing ex-South Africa speedster Dale Steyn. The 35-year-old, who announced his retirement at the beginning of the year, is set to replace Franklin and will work to fine-tune the 2016 IPL winners’ bowling attack for the 19th season of the cash-rich league. Varun was a familiar face in the cash-rich league.
He represented Delhi Daredevils (now Delhi Capitals), Gujarat Titans, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Rajasthan Royals and Punjab Kings. His last appearance in the league dates back to the 2022 season. He made two appearances for Gujarat Titans, scything two wickets at an average of 26.00. Overall, Varun boasts 44 scalps in 52 matches at an average of 33.66. He lifted the title with GT in 2022.
