Mumbai Indians appoint Mahela Jayawardene as their head coach for IPL 2017
LEADING IPL franchise Mumbai Indians, today appointed former Sri Lankan skipper Mahela Jayawardena as their head coach for the next season of the Premier League.
We welcome one of the most elegant & graceful batsmen of the modern era, @MahelaJay as the new Head Coach of Mumbai Indians. #WelcomeMahela pic.twitter.com/wFlulxw4iM
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) November 18, 2016
The Lankan great will replace former Aussie captain Ricky Ponting, who guided the marquee franchise to glory in 2015.
Currently, Ponting is in the race to become Australia’s T20 coach and is also keen on getting closer to cricket administration Down Under.
Meanwhile, Jayawardene sent a message to all the MI fans on twitter.
Paltan, our new Head coach, @MahelaJay has a special message for you. Listen up! #WelcomeMahela pic.twitter.com/gxGBoMGwBx
— Mumbai Indians (@mipaltan) November 18, 2016
The 39-year-old has been a part of the IPL as a batsman for various franchises and has entertained fans across the globe with his elegant batsmanship.
