Mumbai Indians bring in Robin Uthappa as coaching continues

Mumbai Indians have appointed former India batsman Robin Uthappa as their new batting coach as the five-time IPL champions continue to reshape their coaching set-up ahead of the 2027 season. Uthappa steps into the role following the promotion of Kieron Pollard from batting coach to head coach, with the franchise bringing in a new voice to bolster its batting unit.

The appointment comes amid a major overhaul of Mumbai’s support staff. The franchise recently parted ways with bowling coach Lasith Malinga, other bowling coach Paras Mhambrey and fielding coach Carl Hopkinson following the departure of Mahela Jayawardene as head coach. Pollard’s appointment marked the start of a new chapter and Uthappa’s arrival adds another change as Mumbai look to bounce back from a ninth-place finish in IPL 2026 and missing the playoffs.

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