Mumbai Indians part ways with two-time WPL-winning coach Charlotte Edwards

ANI April 7, 2025 124 views

Charlotte Edwards, a legendary cricket figure, has concluded her remarkable tenure with Mumbai Indians after guiding the team to two Women's Premier League titles. Her transition to head coach of the England women's team marks a significant moment in her illustrious coaching career. Edwards' leadership transformed Mumbai Indians, inspiring young players and maintaining the team's winning legacy. Her move underscores her continued impact on women's cricket at the highest international level.

"Charlotte Edwards has been a leader for whom the entire #OneFamily has enormous admiration" - Mumbai Indians Spokesperson
Mumbai, April 7: Mumbai Indians have parted ways with their two-time Women's Premier League head coach Charlotte Edwards, who has taken over as the head coach of the Engand women's team.

Key Points

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Edwards led Mumbai Indians to two consecutive WPL titles

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Former England captain with legendary international cricket career

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Replaces Jon Lewis as England women's team head coach

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Coached across multiple global T20 leagues

Edwards guided the Mumbai Indians to WPL title glory in 2023 and 2025. The franchise on Monday confirmed her departure with a heartfelt message: "Charlotte Edwards, who coached the team to two WPL titles in three seasons, will be missed by the #OneFamily and her girls, whom she inspired and helped develop over the course of the three years."

While reflecting on Edwards' departure, a Mumbai Indians spokesperson said, "Charlotte Edwards has been a leader for whom the entire #OneFamily has enormous admiration, appreciation and respect. The incredible achievements that Charlotte has driven the team towards include winning two titles in three years, developing and inspiring the girls to play their best cricket, taking the MI legacy forward and bringing joy to the MI Paltan. We wish her all the very best and are grateful for everything she has brought to our team over the past three years."

Edwards is a former England captain who represented her country over 300 times, winning two World Cups and lifting the Ashes five times across a 20-year playing career. With 10,273 runs in 309 international matches with 13 centuries, she is one of the most decorated international batters ever.

She replaced Jon Lewis after an underwhelming ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2024 and 16-0 drubbing to Australia in women's Ashes away from home.

Since retiring from playing in 2017, Edwards has coached across English domestic cricket and global T20 leagues, enjoying success with Southern Vipers in regional cricket, Southern Brave in The Hundred, Sydney Sixers in the Women's Big Bash League and Mumbai Indians in the Women's Premier League.

As Edwards begins a new chapter in her life, "Mumbai Indians wish Charlotte Edwards all the very best in her new role with the England Women's team and the #OneFamily will continue to cheer for one of the greats of the game."

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
What an incredible legacy she leaves behind! Two titles in three seasons is no small feat. The England team is lucky to have her. Wishing her all the best! 🙌
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Priya S.
Mixed feelings about this. While I'm happy for her new role, MI will definitely miss her leadership. Who do you think will replace her?
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Ankit M.
Respectfully, I think MI could have done more to retain her. She built something special here and continuity would have been valuable. Hope they find someone equally good.
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Sneha P.
The way she transformed young players was amazing to watch! Harmanpreet, Yastika, and others improved so much under her. True legend of the game 💙
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Vikram J.
England's gain is our loss. But what a way to go out - back-to-back champions! The MI women's team culture she built will last for years.
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Neha T.
So many great memories from her time with MI! That last-ball final win in 2025 was epic. Hope she comes back to visit the Paltan someday 🏏

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