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Robin Uthappa Appointed MI Batting Coach

Five-time IPL champions overhaul support staff under head coach Kieron Pollard, naming Robin Uthappa, Mitchell McClenaghan, and T Dilip to core coaching roles

Mumbai Indians' Coaching Revamp Continues As Robin Uthappa Lands Batting Coach Role Ahead Of IPL 2027 Photo: X | CrickIt
Summary
  • Mumbai Indians appointed former India batter Robin Uthappa as their new batting coach ahead of the IPL 2027 season.

  • The move comes alongside a broader support staff revamp under head coach Kieron Pollard, featuring Mitchell McClenaghan as bowling coach and T Dilip as fielding coach.

  • Uthappa, who previously played for Mumbai Indians in 2008, brings extensive domestic and IPL experience to help rebuild the team's batting unit.

Former India batter Robin Uthappa was on Friday appointed the batting coach of Mumbai Indians ahead of the 2027 Indian Premier League season.

A member of India's victorious squad at the inaugural men's T20 World Cup in 2007, the 40-year-old Uthappa had played for MI in the inaugural season of the league.

"From being part of our very first season to returning with a wealth of experience! Robbie brings a sharp understanding of the game, great communication, and the clarity to guide youngsters! Welcome back to the Paltan, Robin," MI posted on its X account.

Mumbai Indians on Thursday parted ways with bowling coaches Lasith Malinga and Paras Mhambrey, as well as fielding coach Carl Hopkinson. The franchise promoted its batting coach Kieron Pollard as head coach last week, replacing the long-serving Mahela Jayawardene in an overhaul of the support staff.

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