Mumbai Indians appointed Mahela Jayawardene as head coach, replacing Rohit Sharma. Jayawardene had captained the team from 2017 to 2022. The franchise praised his leadership and contributions.
Under his leadership, the Mumbai Indians won three IPL titles. These championships are part of the franchise’s history.
𝗠𝘂𝗺𝗯𝗮𝗶 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻𝘀 𝗕𝗶𝗱 𝗮 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗲𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗼 𝗠𝗮𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗮 𝗝𝗮𝘆𝗮𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝗲𝗻𝗲 Mahela has been much more than a Head Coach to Mumbai Indians. Under his leadership as Head Coach, Mumbai Indians won 3 IPL titles. Read more 👉 https://t.co/GvYuetCKW5
Jayawardene described his time with the team as a "very special part of my journey." He highlighted the "incredible support of the One Family."
Nita Ambani, owner of the Mumbai Indians, expressed gratitude for Jayawardene’s calm leadership, integrity and deep love for the game.
Mahela Jayawardene has resigned as head coach of Mumbai Indians, effective before IPL 2027. The franchise faces the challenge of finding a suitable replacement. His contributions and leadership will be missed, but the team will continue to aim for success.
AN EMOTIONAL NOTE BY MAHELA JAYAWARDENE FOR MI FAMILY 💙 "Mumbai Indians has been a very special part of my journey for over a decade now. The players, coaching team, the incredible support of the "OneFamily" and above all the fans have made this an experience I will always treasure. Together, we have shared some unforgettable moments, overcome challenges and built something we can all be proud of. I want to sincerely thank Mrs. Nita Ambani and Akash Ambani for their unwavering trust, support and friendship over the years. I leave with immense pride in what we have achieved together and will always carry a special place in my heart for MI. I wish the team every success in the years ahead".
Nita Ambani, owner of the Mumbai Indians, expressed gratitude for Jayawardene’s calm leadership, integrity and deep love for the game. She said, "We are grateful for Mahela's leadership and contributions. He will always be a part of our family." She also noted, "I am grateful for the dedication and contributions of Mahela over the years. We will always cherish the journey and memories we shared together."
In his farewell message, Jayawardene thanked the team, coaching staff, fans, and Nita and Ashish Ambani for their trust and friendship. He recalled many memorable moments and great success, noting that "Mumbai Indians will always be very close to my heart."
Mumbai Indians Bid a Heartfelt Farewell to Mahela Jayawardene Mumbai, 17th October 2026: Mumbai Indians, today, announced that Mahela Jayawardene will be stepping down as Head Coach, bringing to a close a decade-long association with the #OneFamily. Mahela has been much more than a Head Coach to Mumbai Indians. Under his leadership as Head Coach, Mumbai Indians won 3 IPL titles. Across his two stints in the role, from 2017 to 2022 and again from 2024 to 2026, he has played a defining role in shaping the franchise’s culture, fostering a strong team environment and championing an approach rooted in discipline, collaboration and a team-first ethos. Mrs Nita M. Ambani, said: “Mahela has made a significant contribution to Mumbai Indians over the years. His calm leadership, integrity and deep love for the game have meant so much to us. On behalf of the entire MI family, I want to thank Mahela for his immense contribution and unwavering commitment over the years. We will always cherish the journey we have shared and the memories we have created together. Mahela will always be a part of our #OneFamily, and we wish him every happiness and success in the journey ahead.” Mahela Jayawardene said: “Mumbai Indians has been a very special part of my journey for over a decade now. The players, coaching team, the incredible support of the #OneFamily and above all the fans have made this an experience I will always treasure. Together, we have shared some unforgettable moments, overcome challenges and built something we can all be proud of. I want to sincerely thank Mrs. Nita Ambani and Akash Ambani for their unwavering trust, support and friendship over the years. I leave with immense pride in what we have achieved together and will always carry a special place in my heart for MI. I wish the team every success in the years ahead.” In 2022, Mahela took on the role of Global Head of Performance, overseeing the expansion of the MI franchise across global leagues and working closely with coaching teams to build a shared cricketing philosophy across the One Family. During this period, Mumbai Indians Women, MI New York and MI Emirates each went on to win a title, adding to the franchise’s growing global legacy. About Mumbai Indians: Mumbai Indians (MI), owned by Reliance Industries Limited through its subsidiary Indiawin Sports Private Limited, is a global cricketing powerhouse and one of the most successful teams in T20 cricket. Part of the #OneFamily, MI brings together seven teams across five countries and four continents, spanning men’s and women’s cricket. Across global T20 leagues, the MI family has won 13 championship titles: five IPL titles, two Champions League T20 titles, two Women’s Premier League titles, two Major League Cricket titles with MI New York, and one each in the ILT20 with MI Emirates and the SA20 with MI Cape Town. In The Hundred, the men's and women's teams now known as MI London have won five titles collectively, further extending the #OneFamily’s record of success across formats and continents. https://t.co/hELQTfCugr
As the franchise moves into the search for a new head coach for IPL 2027, it aims to continue its success in the league.