Cricketers who played the IPL as a player and then a coach

#5 Muttiah Muralitharan

Muralitharan first played in the IPL with CSK

Played for – Chennai Super Kings (2008-2010), Kochi Tuskers Kerala (2011), Royal Challengers Bangalore (2012-2014)

Coached – Sunrisers Hyderabad (2015-present)

Considering his fantastic exploits in the game, Muralitharan was bought by the Chennai Super Kings in 2008 for USD$600,000. Although he was economical throughout the first season, Murali shone brightly in IPL 2 and IPL 3, picking 14 and 15 wickets respectively with a meagre economy.

Ahead of the 2011 season, Murali was released into the auction pool and was snapped up by the now-defunct Kochi Tuskers Kerala where he endured a horrific run, claiming just two wickets from five matches.

In 2012, the Royal Challengers Bangalore opted for his services at a price of USD$220,000 against his base price of USD$200,000 and the wily spinner enjoyed a fabulous run by picking up 15 wickets in 10 matches at a frugal economy of 6.50. However, his form declined over the next two years and played his last IPL game for RCB against KKR in 2014.

In 2015, Muralitharan took up the role of Sunrisers Hyderabad’s bowling coach and team mentor, and will continue to play the same role for the 2017 season as well.