Mumbai Indians part ways with Lasith Malinga ahead of IPL 2027

Mumbai Indians have parted ways with bowling coach Lasith Malinga ahead of IPL 2027, with the departures announced on Thursday. Malinga contributed to four IPL titles during his association with the franchise, while the exits follow Mahela Jayawardene's departure as head coach.

Kieron Pollard has been appointed as the new head coach, and this marks Nike's return to the IPL after an 18-year absence. Rohit Sharma and Tilak Varma are being considered for the Mumbai Indians captaincy, though Hardik Pandya's future with the franchise remains uncertain amid trade speculation. The franchise finished ninth in IPL 2026 with four wins and ten losses.