Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has been appointed as the new Head Coach of Mumbai Indians, replacing Mark Boucher. Jayawardene was previously the Head Coach of the franchise from 2017 to 2022, during which MI won three titles. He was serving as the Global Head of Cricket for MI before taking up the role of Head Coach again. Jayawardene's experience and leadership is expected to benefit the team and continue the legacy of the franchise.
After finishing last in IPL 2024, the Mumbai Indians have decided to bring back Mahela Jayawardene as their head coach for the 2025 season. In his previous stint with the franchise from 2017 to 2022, he successfully led the team to victory. Under his leadership, the team is hoping to see an improvement in their performance in the upcoming season after a disappointing season with Mark Boucher as the coach. Jayawardene will bring back his expertise and passion for the game, which is highly valued by the team’s owner, Akash Ambani.
Former Sri Lankan captain Mahela Jayawardene has been brought back as the head coach for Mumbai Indians, replacing South Africa's Mark Boucher. Jayawardene previously served as the head coach for the franchise from 2017 to 2022 before becoming the global head of performance for the MI franchise across the world. He brings a wealth of knowledge, leadership, and passion for the game, which will be beneficial for the five-time champions as they aim for another IPL title in 2025. Boucher, who helped MI win three titles during his tenure, will step down after two seasons and become an integral member of the MI family.
Despite a disappointing season for Mumbai Indians, coach Mark Boucher reveals that there haven't been many conversations about former skipper Rohit Sharma's future. Boucher confirms that Rohit is focused on the upcoming T20 World Cup and acknowledges his mastery in the game. However, with the next season's auction looming, Rohit's future with MI remains uncertain. Meanwhile, Rohit himself takes responsibility for the team's poor performance and reflects on their missed opportunities during the season.
After a disappointing season, Mumbai Indians' head coach Mark Boucher admits that the team was affected by the backlash from their fans over the change in captaincy. Hardik Pandya, the new captain, faced criticism even at their home venue and will now be banned for the first game of the next season. Despite this, Boucher believes that this experience will make Pandya a stronger leader in the long run. Stay updated on all the latest IPL 2024 developments, including points table, team updates, and live scores.
After a disappointing campaign in the 2024 edition of the IPL, Mumbai Indians and head coach Mark Boucher are uncertain about the future of Rohit Sharma with the franchise. While Rohit had a decent season with the bat, Boucher believes it was a season of two halves and that the franchise may have moved on from their former skipper. However, Boucher did hint that Hardik Pandya could be a long-term captain for the team.
Ahead of Mumbai Indians' last IPL fixture, coach Mark Boucher chatted with Rohit Sharma and asked him about his future plans. The Indian skipper responded that his focus is on the upcoming T20 World Cup. There were doubts about Rohit's future in the franchise and the tournament after losing his captaincy, but after their conversation, coach Boucher believes Rohit is in control of his own destiny.
Sri Lanka's Kamindu Mendis and England's Maia Bouchier have been named the Men's and Women's Player of the Month for March 2024 by the International Cricket Council (ICC). Mendis received the honor for his historic performance in the ICC World Test Championship showdown against Bangladesh, while Bouchier was recognized for her outstanding scores in New Zealand that led to a 4-1 T20I series win. Both players express their excitement and motivation to continue delivering for their teams and fans.
With IPL 2024 just around the corner, Mumbai Indians head coach Mark Boucher and star player Hardik Pandya spoke at a press conference about their team's preparations for the highly-anticipated tournament. Boucher expressed his satisfaction with the team's preparations and the impact of Pandya's return to the squad. He also mentioned the importance of players stepping up and vying for a spot in the playing XI.
The Mumbai Indians have added rising star Kwena Maphaka to their squad for the upcoming IPL season, replacing the injured Dilshan Madushanka. The young South African caught the attention of head coach Mark Boucher, who was instrumental in getting him signed for the five-time champions. With a successful U19 World Cup performance under his belt, Maphaka will now share the dressing room with bowling greats like Lasith Malinga and Jasprit Bumrah. Despite his tender age, the all-rounder has already proven himself in multiple sports and is ready to make his mark in the world of cricket.