The franchise made the announcement on Saturday. Pollard has been promoted to the position after serving as the batting coach of the side. Jayawardene served in the role for MI in two stints.
Mumbai Indians appointed Kieron Pollard as their new head coach ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 season. The first was from 2017 to 2022, while the second lasted from 2024 to 2026.
The post had been vacant since Mahela Jayawardene stepped down from the role earlier this month.
Kieron Pollard has been promoted to the position of head coach for Mumbai Indians after serving as the batting coach of the side.
Talking about Pollard, he is a former MI player. 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. “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 was bought by the franchise ahead of IPL 2010 and continued playing for the side before retiring from the tournament in November 2022. The former West Indies all-rounder won five titles with Mumbai Indians in 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020.
Speaking about his elevation as MI head coach, Pollard said, “It is an honour to take on the role of head coach of Mumbai Indians.
