IPL 2022 | Reports: Harbhajan Singh set to join support staff of major IPL franchise

Harbhajan has played for three different franchises. He had played for Mumbai Indians, Chennai Super Kings and Kolkata Knight Riders. He played a pivotal role in all these teams guiding young spinners with his experience and helping them develop their bowling. An anonymous source told PTI that the franchise he is talking to is keen to use his vast experience. 

“The role could be that of a consultant, mentor or part of the advisory group but the franchise with which he is talking are keen to use his vast experience. He will take an active part in also helping the franchise decide on their auction picks,” an IPL source privy to the development told PTI on conditions of anonymity.

"Look, Harbhajan wanted to make a formal announcement of his retirement after the season is over. He has had extended talks with one of the franchises which has shown keen interest but he would like to talk about it only when the deal is formally inked," the source said.