Mumbai Indians promote Kieron Pollard to head coach in IPL
ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Oct 24, 2026
The Mumbai Indians have announced the promotion of Kieron Pollard to head coach ahead of the upcoming IPL season. Pollard has been part of the franchise during all five of its title-winning campaigns from 2013 to 2020. His extensive experience and connection with the team are expected to influence the club's strategy going forward. This transition follows a period of speculation about leadership changes within the franchise. The Mumbai Indians will aim to return to form under Pollard's guidance in the next IPL season.
- •Kieron Pollard promoted to head coach of Mumbai Indians.
- •Pollard was part of five IPL-winning teams from 2013 to 2020.
- •The promotion follows ongoing speculation about leadership changes.
- •Mumbai Indians aim to improve performance in the upcoming IPL season.
- 4:58 AMESPNcricinfo — Mumbai Indians promote Pollard to head coach position in IPL
"Pollard was part of the squad in each of the five IPL-winning seasons: 2013, 2015, 2017, 2019 and 2020
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