Mumbai Indians part ways with Malinga, Mhambrey and Hopkinson ahead of IPL 2027

Mumbai Indians announced on Thursday that they have parted ways with bowling coaches Lasith Malinga and Paras Mhambrey and fielding coach Carl Hopkinson ahead of IPL 2027.

The exits follow the appointment of Kieron Pollard as head coach in place of Mahela Jayawardene the previous week. ThePrint describes the changes as a complete overhaul of the franchise’s coaching setup.

The statement

In its statement, the franchise thanked Malinga, Mhambrey and Hopkinson for their commitment, contribution and service, Deccan Herald reports.

Pollard in charge

Pollard had been Mumbai Indians’ batting coach for the past few seasons. He will lead the team in IPL 2027, as the franchise tries to end a title drought that dates to 2020, Deccan Herald reports.

Where Mumbai Indians stood in 2026

Their most recent matches in Indian Premier League 2026 were mixed. Mumbai Indians beat Lucknow Super Giants by 6 wickets on 4 May, finishing on 229/4 in 18.4 overs against 228/5, and beat Punjab Kings by 6 wickets on 14 May.

Between those wins they lost to Royal Challengers Bengaluru by 2 wickets on 10 May. They then lost to Kolkata Knight Riders by 4 wickets on 20 May, and to Rajasthan Royals by 30 runs on 24 May, when they finished on 175/9 against 205/8.