This will be Uthappa's first major coaching stint in the IPL, having previously represented MI in the inaugural IPL season in 2008. Five-time IPL title winners Mumbai Indians have ushered in a new era ahead of IPL 2027, unveiling a revamped coaching setup led by head coach Kieron Pollard. New Zealand pacer Mitchell McClenaghan have joined as Mumbai Indians batting and bowling coach under Kieron Pollard.