Luke Williams appointed Mumbai Indians head coach for WPL 2027

Mumbai Indians have appointed Luke Williams as head coach for the Women's Premier League 2027 season, replacing Lisa Keightley. Keightley has left the franchise after two seasons to take up a role as Cricket Australia's national development lead. Williams previously guided Royal Challengers Bengaluru to their first WPL title in 2024 and won two Women's Big Bash League titles with Adelaide Strikers.

The 46-year-old Australian has spent two decades coaching across Australia, England and India. He has served as assistant coach with the England women's team since 2025 and received the Bradman Medal three times for grade cricket between 2005 and 2010. Williams said he was excited to join a respected organisation and work with the talented group of players and support staff.

His first task will be to prepare Mumbai Indians' retention list ahead of the September 28 deadline. The mini auction is scheduled for October 28 in Kochi, with the WPL 2027 season running from January 14 to February 7.