The former West Indies all-rounder was a key part of the Mumbai Indians side that won a record five Indian Premier League titles
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Former West Indies all-rounder Kieron Pollard has been appointed as the new head coach of five-time Indian Premier League champions Mumbai Indians ahead of the upcoming mini-auction for IPL 2027 in DecemberPollard will replace long-time head coach Mahela Jayawardene who stepped down from the role earlier this month.
The Mumbai Indians confirmed this development on Saturday with an official statement released on their websiteCo-owner Nita Ambani also expressed her pleasure to welcome Kieron Pollard as the next head coach, claiming that the former all-rounder is an integral part of the MI family.
“Pollard joined Mumbai Indians as a young 22-year-old and, over the past sixteen years, has become an integral part of our familyAs a player, he gave us many unforgettable moments, and as a coach, he has continued to share his experience, passion and deep understanding of the game,” Nita Ambani said in an official statement.
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