Mumbai Indians elevate Jayawardene, Zaheer to new central roles

IPL franchise Mumbai Indians on Wednesday elevated former gamers Mahela Jayawardene and Zaheer Khan to new roles of world head of efficiency and international head of cricket growth respectively.

The appointments had been part of MI’s central growth plan.

According to a MI assertion, Jayawardene shall be offering senior management to the group’s cricket operations worldwide, together with general strategic planning, the creation of an built-in international high-performance eco-system, in addition to accountability for every group’s teaching and assist buildings.

He will work carefully with the group’s head coaches to make sure synergies, a constant model of cricket, and implementation of greatest practices set by the franchise.

Zaheer, alternatively, shall be accountable for participant growth, constructing MI’s sturdy program round expertise identification and grooming and adopting the identical throughout geographies, which has been core to the franchise’s philosophy and success. Each geography comes with its distinctive set of challenges and Zaheer’s elevated position will play an vital half in serving to MI groups throughout the globe.

“It is an absolute honour for me to lead MI’s global cricket operations. Mrs Ambani and Akash’s leadership and guidance have made MI the most valued global cricket franchise and I am very happy to see MI grow globally. I look forward to this new responsibility to build a strong cohesive global brand of cricket,” Jayawardene stated.

“I am humbled to take on this new role and thank Mrs Nita Ambani and Akash for their faith in me. MI has been home for me as a player and as a coaching team member, and now as we embark on a new journey. I look ahead to working closely with all the stakeholders in the global network to unearth new potential that can join the family,” Zaheer added.

Jayawardene served as the top coach for MI, whereas Zaheer was the director of cricket operations.