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Mumbai Indians appoint Kieron Pollard as head coach ahead of IPL 2027

By AMIT KUMAR · Via Times of India · Published by Everything Blog

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Pollard, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, replaces Mahela Jayawardene, who has left the role ahead of the auction. Pollard expressed his delight at taking up the new responsibility, thanking the Mumbai Indians management for their trust. He emphasized his understanding of the team's legacy and the bond he shares with the players and the Paltan.

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Pollard, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, replaces M…: Pollard, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, replaces Mahela Jayawardene, who has left the role ahead of the auction.
Pollard expressed his delight at taking up the new responsibility, thanking the Mumbai In…: Pollard expressed his delight at taking up the new responsibility, thanking the Mumbai Indians management for their trust.
He emphasized his understanding of the team's legacy and the bond he shares with the play…: He emphasized his understanding of the team's legacy and the bond he shares with the players and the Paltan.

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Mumbai Indians have named former all-rounder

Kieron Pollard as their new head coach ahead of the IPL 2027 season. He replaces

Mahela Jayawardene, who has left the role ahead of the upcoming auction.

Pollard has been closely associated with Mumbai Indians for several years, first as a player and later as a coach.

Pollard said he was delighted to take up the new responsibility and thanked the Mumbai Indians management for trusting him.

“It is an honour to take on the role of Head Coach of Mumbai Indians. MI has been a huge part of my life and career, and the bond I share with this team, the players and the Paltan means a great deal to me," Pollard told Mumbai Indians.

"Having experienced this journey as a player and then as a coach, I understand what Mumbai Indians stands for and the responsibility that comes with representing the Blue and Gold. I am grateful to Mrs. Nita Ambani, Akash Ambani and the entire MI family for their trust in me. I look forward to working closely with the players and support staff, building on the team’s legacy, helping our talent grow and giving the Paltan many more reasons to celebrate,” he said.

Jayawardene was Mumbai Indians’ head coach for the last two seasons during his second stint in the role. He had earlier led the team from 2017 to 2022.

Mumbai Indians last won the IPL title in 2020. The franchise will now look to Pollard to help bring back its winning touch.

Original source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com

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Pollard, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, replaces M…: Pollard, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, replaces Mahela Jayawardene, who has left the role ahead of the auction.
Pollard expressed his delight at taking up the new responsibility, thanking the Mumbai In…: Pollard expressed his delight at taking up the new responsibility, thanking the Mumbai Indians management for their trust.
He emphasized his understanding of the team's legacy and the bond he shares with the play…: He emphasized his understanding of the team's legacy and the bond he shares with the players and the Paltan.

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Pollard, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, replaces M…: Pollard, who has been closely associated with the franchise for several years, replaces Mahela Jayawardene, who has left the role ahead of the auction.
Pollard expressed his delight at taking up the new responsibility, thanking the Mumbai In…: Pollard expressed his delight at taking up the new responsibility, thanking the Mumbai Indians management for their trust.
He emphasized his understanding of the team's legacy and the bond he shares with the play…: He emphasized his understanding of the team's legacy and the bond he shares with the players and the Paltan.

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