Pollard, who spent years as a player with Mumbai Indians and played a key part in the team's title-winning campaigns, will take charge as head coach from the next season. He had most recently been serving as the franchise's batting coach, continuing his long association with the team.
The appointment marks a new chapter in Pollard's relationship with Mumbai Indians, where he has been involved for 16 years, transitioning from a player to a member of the coaching staff and now taking on the team's top coaching responsibility.
The franchise expressed its delight at promoting Pollard to the role of head coach. In its statement, Mumbai Indians said, "Mumbai Indians are delighted to announce the promotion of Kieron Pollard as head coach. This is a wonderful story of a player becoming a coach in cricket."
Nita Ambani, the owner of Mumbai Indians, also welcomed the appointment and highlighted Pollard's long-standing connection with the franchise.
"Pollard came to Mumbai as a 22-year-old. Over the past 16 years, he has become an integral part of the team. As a player, he has given us many unforgettable memories," she said.
Pollard expressed his happiness at being entrusted with the new responsibility, describing the appointment as an honour and emphasising his emotional connection with the franchise, its players and its supporters.
"It is an honour for me to take on the responsibility of head coach of Mumbai Indians. Mumbai Indians are an important part of my life and career, and the connection I share with this team, the players and the fans means a great deal to me," Pollard said.
With Pollard moving from batting coach to head coach, Mumbai Indians have entrusted a familiar figure with leading the team into the next season. His 16-year association with the franchise, including his playing career and subsequent coaching role, now forms the foundation of his new responsibilities.
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