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Mahela Jayawardene Steps Down As Mumbai Indians Head Coach
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News18•17-10-2026, 12:19
Mahela Jayawardene Steps Down As Mumbai Indians Head Coach
- •Former Sri Lanka captain Mahela Jayawardene has officially stepped down as the head coach of Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League.
- •Jayawardene is the most successful coach in the franchise's history, having guided Rohit Sharma's team to three IPL titles in 2017, 2019, and 2020.
- •Mumbai Indians owner Nita Ambani expressed gratitude for his calm leadership, integrity, and immense contribution over the years.
- •Jayawardene previously transitioned to a Global Head of Performance role in 2022 before returning for his second stint as head coach from 2024 to 2026.
Key Questions Answered
Mahela Jayawardene stepped down from his role as head coach of Mumbai Indians, bringing an end to his decade-long association with the franchise.
Under Mahela Jayawardene's leadership as head coach, Mumbai Indians won three IPL titles in 2017, 2019, and 2020 under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy.
After stepping down as MI head coach in 2022, Jayawardene took on the position of Global Head of Performance, overseeing the franchise's expansion across global leagues.
