Mumbai Indians, Jayawardene agree to part ways; new head coach likely
The Mumbai Indians cricket franchise has mutually agreed to part ways with head coach Mahela Jayawardene. The team is currently seeking a new head coach to bring a fresh perspective for the upcoming IPL season.
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As one of the most successful IPL franchises, leadership changes at Mumbai Indians significantly impact the competitive landscape of professional cricket.
Mumbai Indians and head coach Mahela Jayawardene have mutually decided to bring in a fresh perspective starting with the upcoming Indian Premier League season. In a meeting of the top brass earlier this week, both parties reached an agreement. TimesofIndia.com has learnt that a new head coach is likely to be finalised soon.The IPL giants have already identified multiple candidates for the top job and interviews could happen in the coming week to finalise the new head coach. It is unlikely that Jayawardene will stay in the MI set-up in a different capacity and the franchise is clear on taking a different direction before heading into the new cycle."Mahela is always part of the one family.
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