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Mumbai Indians Appoint Luke Williams as New Head Coach for WPL 2027 Season
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News18•24-09-2026, 12:57
Mumbai Indians Appoint Luke Williams as New Head Coach for WPL 2027 Season
- •Two-time champions Mumbai Indians have named Luke Williams as the new head coach for their women's team ahead of the 2027 Women's Premier League season.
- •Williams replaces Lisa Keightley, who stepped down after one season, and brings a proven track record in women's cricket.
- •He previously led Royal Challengers Bengaluru to victory in the 2024 WPL and has won three major competitions globally, including the Women's Big Bash League.
- •A former first-class cricketer for South Australia, Williams has two decades of coaching experience across Australia, England, and India.
- •Mumbai Indians owner Nita Ambani expressed confidence that Williams' guidance will help the team achieve greater success and inspire young girls.
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Luke Williams has been appointed as the new head coach of the Mumbai Indians women's team ahead of the 2027 edition of the Women's Premier League, replacing Lisa Keightley.
Luke Williams previously coached Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the WPL, helping them secure the league title in the 2024 edition.
Luke Williams replaced Lisa Keightley, who stepped down from the role after serving for just one season.
