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Mumbai Indians (MI), the five-time champions of the Indian Premier League (IPL), have made a significant addition to their coaching staff ahead of the 2025 season. The franchise has appointed Paras Mhambrey as their new bowling coach.
Paras Mhambrey previously had a stint with Mumbai Indians in the role during the inaugural edition of the IPL and now returns for the 2025 season. He is known for his vast experience, both in domestic and international cricket. His return is a move that could pay rich dividends as MI gear up for IPL 2025.
Mhambrey brings with him a wealth of experience, having served as the bowling coach for the Indian team from 2021 to 2024. He has been a part of several successful campaigns such as the 2023 ODI World Cup and the 2024 T20 World Cup. With a mega auction coming up, Mhambrey's expertise will be invaluable as MI eye a sixth IPL title.
On that note, here are three reasons why Paras Mhambrey is the perfect fit for the role of Mumbai Indians' bowling coach.
#3 Vast coaching experience across different levels of cricket
Paras Mhambrey's extensive coaching career spans over two decades. He has worked with various domestic sides like Bengal, Baroda, Maharashtra, and Vidarbha. He has also worked with the India U-19 and senior national teams.
Mhambrey's ability to work across different levels of cricket, coupled with his technical knowledge, makes him highly qualified to take on the role of Mumbai Indians' bowling coach.
In his tenure with the Indian national team, Mhambrey helped develop a world-class bowling attack that performed brilliantly across formats. He played a key role in India's run to the final of the World Test Championship (2021-23) and the final of the 2023 ODI World Cup as well.
His coaching style, which emphasizes discipline, technique, and toughness, has also earned him praise from fast bowlers like Mohammed Shami, who credited Mhambrey for his guidance during the 2023 ODI World Cup.
The 52-year-old's wealth of experience makes him a perfect fit for Mumbai Indians, as he can bring a structure and strategy to their bowling attack to help them strengthen the same.
#2 Proven ability to develop young talent
Mhambrey's coaching credentials extend beyond senior cricket. He has also played a key role in nurturing young talents. As the head coach of the India U-19 team during the 2020 U-19 World Cup, Mhambrey helped guide young Indian bowlers, setting them on the path to international success.
His ability to identify and develop young bowlers will be an asset for Mumbai Indians, especially with the upcoming mega auction, where they could acquire emerging talents to bolster their squad.
Mumbai Indians have a tradition of investing in young players and grooming them for long-term success. Mhambrey's expertise in talent development aligns perfectly with this philosophy. With his guidance, MI can identify young pacers and spinners who can complement their experienced core and build a balanced bowling attack for future seasons.
#1 Strong connection with key Mumbai Indians players like Jasprit Bumrah
One of the most compelling reasons for Mhambrey's appointment being key is his prior work experience with Mumbai Indians' pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. During his stint as India's bowling coach, Mhambrey worked closely with Bumrah, helping him evolve as one of the finest fast bowlers in the globe across formats.
Their existing rapport and understanding will allow Mhambrey to maximize Bumrah's potential. In addition to Bumrah, Mhambrey has worked with MI all-rounder Hardik Pandya during his time with the national team.
This familiarity with key players will allow Mhambrey to seamlessly integrate into MI's setup and build a strong bowling unit. With the likes of Bumrah and Hardik returning to full fitness and aiming for a big comeback in the league, Mhambrey’s guidance could be crucial in ensuring they hit their peak form in IPL 2025.
