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

Kieron Pollard (Image credit: Mumbai Indians) Mumbai Indians have appointed former all-rounder Kieron Pollard as their new head coach ahead of the IPL 2027 season. He replaces Mahela Jayawardene, who left the role ahead of the upcoming auction.Pollard was closely associated with the Mumbai Indians for several years, first as a player and later as a coach.Pollard said he was delighted to take on the new responsibility and thanked the Mumbai Indians management for the trust.“It is an honor to take over as the 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 Paltan means a lot to me,” Pollard told Mumbai Indians.“Having experienced this journey as a player and then as a coach, I understand what Mumbai Indians means 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 the trust they have placed in me. I look forward to working closely with the players and support staff, building on the legacy of the team and helping Paltan grow and giving Paltan many more reasons to grow and giving Paltan many more reasons to growth.Jayawardene has been the head coach of Mumbai Indians for the last two seasons during his second stint in the role. He previously 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 streak.