Pollard: 'Nothing is going to faze me' as MI head coach

Mumbai Indians have appointed Kieron Pollard as their head coach for the upcoming IPL 2027 season. The five-time IPL champions announced the promotion of the five-time IPL champion on Saturday, replacing Mahela Jayawardene. Pollard has been serving as the franchise's batting coach for the past few seasons, cementing his long-standing connection with Mumbai Indians.

MI expressed their excitement in a statement, describing the appointment as a continuation of their enduring player-coach partnership. They aim to build on their legacy and develop young players while maintaining their winning culture. Pollard's appointment underscores the franchise's commitment to preserving its past achievements while paving the way for future success.

Pollard's leadership will draw from his experience during Mumbai Indians' most successful years and their ambition to shape the team's next chapter. The franchise, which has won the title five times, aims to end its title drought with Pollard's guidance.

In the IPL, Pollard has played for Mumbai Indians from 2009-10 to 2022, scoring 3,412 runs at an average of 28.67 and a strike rate of 147.32. He also took 69 wickets in 189 matches, with his best figures being 4/44.