Mumbai Indians Appoint Mahela Jayawardene As Head Coach, Part Ways with Mark Boucher Ahead of IPL 2025

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Mumbai Indians have appointed former Sri Lankan cricketer Mahela Jayawardene as their head coach for IPL 2025. This marks a new chapter for Jayawardene, who had previously played a vital role in shaping the team’s success during his earlier tenure with the franchise.

Akash Ambani Welcomes Jayawardene Back

Expressing his excitement, Mumbai Indians’ owner Akash Ambani said, “We are thrilled to have Mahela back as the Head Coach of Mumbai Indians. With our global teams having found their footing within their ecosystems, the opportunity to bring him back to MI arose. His leadership, knowledge, and passion for the game have always benefited MI. I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Mark Boucher for his contribution over the last two seasons. His expertise and dedication were pivotal during his time, and has now become an integral member of the MI family.”

Mahela Jayawardene Ready for a New Challenge

Sharing his thoughts on his new role, Jayawardene expressed enthusiasm about the journey ahead. 

“My journey within the MI family has always been one of evolution. In 2017, the focus was on bringing together a talented group of individuals to play the best cricket ever and we did very well. Now to return, at the same moment in history, where we look ahead at the future and the opportunity to further strengthen the love of MI, build on the vision of the owners, and continue to add to the history of Mumbai Indians, is an exciting challenge I am looking forward to.”

Jayawardene will take over from Mark Boucher, who had served as the team’s head coach for the last two IPL seasons. Under Boucher’s guidance, Mumbai Indians struggled in IPL 2024, finishing at the bottom of the points table.

Jayawardene’s first major task will be the IPL 2025 mega auction, where Mumbai Indians will look to rebuild and strategize for the future. His return brings fresh hope to the franchise as they look to reclaim their glory in the upcoming season. 

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