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WPL 2026: UP Warriorz Appoints Abhishek Nayar as Head Coach

LUCKNOW DIVISION, UTTAR PRADESH, JUL 25 – Abhishek Nayar replaces Jon Lewis after three seasons without a title and brings experience from three recent championship campaigns to UP Warriorz ahead of WPL Season 4.

  • On July 25, 2025, UP Warriorz appointed former India all-rounder Abhishek Nayar as head coach for the upcoming Women's Premier League season.
  • Nayar's appointment followed the franchise parting ways with Jon Lewis, who led the team for the last three seasons amid inconsistent WPL results.
  • Nayar brings extensive coaching experience, including roles with Kolkata Knight Riders, Trinbago Knight Riders, and the Indian men's team during their 2024 IPL and 2023 Champions Trophy wins.
  • COO Kshemal Waingankar called hiring Nayar a “no-brainer” and praised his ability to shape players and create winning cultures, while director Jinisha Sharma highlighted strong intent to improve the team.
  • The franchise and Nayar expressed confidence that his leadership will strengthen UP Warriorz and foster growth as they prepare for a more successful WPL season.
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News18 India broke the news in India on Friday, July 25, 2025.
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