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Mumbai Indians part ways with coach Mahela Jayawardene ahead of IPL

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 11:48 AM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Mumbai Indians part ways with coach Mahela Jayawardene ahead of IPL

Summary

Mumbai Indians and head coach Mahela Jayawardene have mutually agreed to part ways before the next IPL season. The decision follows a disappointing season where the team finished ninth. Mumbai Indians are now seeking to bring in a new coach for a fresh perspective as they prepare for a new cycle. Interviews for potential candidates are expected to take place soon, indicating a clear direction for the franchise moving forward.

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Status Watch

•Mahela Jayawardene will not remain with Mumbai Indians in any capacity.
•Mumbai Indians aim to improve performance after finishing ninth in 2026.
•The team has identified multiple candidates for the head coach position.
•Interviews for the new coach are expected to occur in the coming week.
•Franchise looks to bring a new vision ahead of the upcoming IPL season.

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11:48 AMYahoo Sports — Mumbai Indians, Mahela Jayawardene mutually agree to bring in 'fresh perspective'; new coach likely

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Mumbai Indians and head coach Mahela Jayawardene have mutually decided to part ways before the upcoming IPL season. The team management aims to bring in a new head coach for fresh perspectives. Candidates for the position are being interviewed with a decision expected soon. After a disappointing season, the franchise aims to improve performance going into the new cycle.
— Yahoo Sports

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