In his first-ever role within a franchise for The Hundred, Karthik's expertise comes from participating in over 250 matches as both a player and a coach in the Indian Premier League (IPL), along with 180 international matches representing India.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
London Spirit\u2019s Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, in a statement shared by the franchise, said, \u201cIt\u2019s a pleasure to welcome DK to London Spirit. He is a truly original thinker in our game and his vast experience in short-format and franchise cricket will be invaluable to us. He\u2019s also great fun to work with and brings an infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything he does.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"The signing of another elite individual with significant stature in the game demonstrates our ambition and the importance we place on ensuring that our players receive the best possible support,\" Bobat added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
London Spirit\u2019s Director of Cricket, Mo Bobat, in a statement shared by the franchise, said, \u201cIt\u2019s a pleasure to welcome DK to London Spirit. He is a truly original thinker in our game and his vast experience in short-format and franchise cricket will be invaluable to us. He\u2019s also great fun to work with and brings an infectious energy and enthusiasm to everything he does.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The new role will be relatively easy for Karthik, who has worked closely with both Bobat and Andy Flower, Spirit\u2019s head coach, at RCB in the IPL.<\/p>\r\n\r\n