– Mahela Jayawardene has stepped down from his role as the ​Mumbai Indians head coach, the ‌Indian Premier League (IPL) team said on Saturday.In his first stint at Mumbai Indians ​from 2017 to 2022, ​the 49-year-old guided the side to ⁠three titles.

However, the former Sri ​Lanka captain was not able to ​replicate that success after rejoining the side in 2024, with Mumbai Indians finishing fourth ​in 2025 and losing in ​the playoffs, before ending the league second-bottom ‌in ⁠2026.”Together, we have shared some unforgettable moments, overcome challenges and built something we can all be proud ​of,” Jayawardene ​said ⁠in a statement.”I leave with immense pride in what ​we have achieved together ​and ⁠will always carry a special place in my heart for MI. I ⁠wish ​the team every ​success in the years ahead.”