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Mumbai Indians appoint Luke Williams as head coach ahead of WPL 2027 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 6:14 PM

Last updated Sep 24, 2026

Mumbai Indians appoint Luke Williams as head coach ahead of WPL 2027 season

Summary

Mumbai Indians announced the appointment of Luke Williams as head coach on September 24, 2026, following Lisa Keightley's resignation. Keightley, who guided the team since September 2025, stepped down after Mumbai finished fourth in the 2026 WPL, their lowest position in the tournament's history. Williams previously led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their first WPL title in 2024 and has experience in women's cricket with several teams, including Adelaide Strikers. The franchise is looking to finalize its retention list before the September 28 deadline ahead of the upcoming mini-auction for WPL 2027.

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By the Numbers

•Luke Williams appointed as Mumbai Indians head coach
•Replaces Lisa Keightley after her resignation
•Mumbai finished fourth in WPL 2026 season
•Williams previously led RCB to WPL title in 2024
•Franchise aims to finalize retention list by September 28

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6:14 PMYahoo Sports — Coach who delivered RCB's first title now appointed Mumbai Indians head coach ahead of 2027 season

What they're saying

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Keightley had been appointed Mumbai Indians head coach in September 2025. The franchise confirmed her departure in a statement on Thursday.
— Yahoo Sports

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