Mumbai Indians appoints Lisa Keightley as women’s team head coach
- Ahead of the 2026 Women’s Premier League season, Mumbai Indians have named Lisa Keightley, a former Australian international and two-time World Cup champion, as the head coach of their women's team.
- Keightley replaced Charlotte Edwards as head coach of the Mumbai Indians, following Edwards’ guidance of the team to WPL championships in both 2023 and 2025 prior to her appointment as England’s national team coach.
- Keightley brings extensive coaching experience, including guiding Northern Superchargers to a recent Women’s Hundred title and serving as assistant coach for Delhi Capitals Women.
- Upon her appointment, Keightley expressed that she feels privileged to become part of the Mumbai Indians, a team recognized for its outstanding achievements in the WPL, and she is enthusiastic about contributing to their continued success.
- Keightley’s hiring signals Mumbai Indians' intent to continue their dominant WPL legacy after securing two titles in three seasons under strong leadership.
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Lisa Keightley replaces Charlotte Edwards as head coach of Mumbai Indians ahead of WPL 2026
Former Australian cricketer and veteran coach in the women's cricket circuit, Lisa Keightley has been appointed as the head coach of the Mumbai Indians ahead of the fourth season of the WPL. Keightley will replace two-time WPL-winning coach Charlotte Edwards.
Lisa Keightley named head coach of Mumbai Indians Womens team - The Tribune
The Mumbai Indians on Thursday announced the appointment of former Australia cricketer and two-time World Cup winner Lisa Keightley as the head coach of its women's team, as per the official website of the Mumbai Indians.
Mumbai Indians Women Appoint Two-Time World Cup Winner Lisa Keightley As Head Coach Ahead of WPL 2026 Season | 🏏 LatestLY
Former Australia international and two-time World Cup winner Lisa Keightley as been named head coach of Mumbai Indians Women ahead of the Women's Premier League (WPL) 2026. Keightley takes over the mantle from Charlotte Edwards, who has moved on to become England women's national cricket team coach. 🏏 Mumbai Indians Women Appoint Two-Time World Cup Winner Lisa Keightley As Head Coach Ahead of WPL 2026 Season.
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