Mumbai Indians appoint Pollard head coach for IPL 2027

Mumbai Indians have appointed Kieron Pollard as head coach ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League season, promoting him from batting coach and replacing Mahela Jayawardene. The franchise announced the appointment on October 24, 2026. Pollard, a former allrounder, has been associated with Mumbai Indians as a player and coach. He said taking the role was an honour and that he looked forward to working with the players and support staff. He also thanked the franchise’s leadership for its trust in him. The appointment places Pollard in charge after Jayawardene’s second stint as head coach, which lasted two seasons. Jayawardene had previously led the team from 2017 to 2022. He has left the role ahead of the next season. Mumbai Indians co-owner Nita M. Ambani welcomed Pollard’s promotion and said she was confident he would bring commitment to the job. She cited his long association with the franchise and experience as both a player and coach. Pollard joined Mumbai Indians as a player ahead of the 2010 season and later moved into its coaching setup. He had been serving as batting coach before his promotion. His new appointment continues the franchise’s choice of an internal...