Daijiworld Media Network – Mumbai
Mumbai, Apr 27: Former India assistant coach Abhishek Nayar and ex-bowling coach Paras Mhambrey have joined the T20 Mumbai League 2025 as mentors, adding their vast experience to the tournament’s coaching roster.
Nayar, who was recently relieved from his duties under head coach Gautam Gambhir, has been appointed mentor for the Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals. Meanwhile, Mhambrey, who was part of Rahul Dravid’s team management, will guide ARCS Andheri.
Both coaches are expected to play pivotal roles in grooming young talents this season. Nayar had earlier this week joined the Kolkata Knight Riders as an assistant coach, continuing from his stint till the end of IPL 2024.
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) announced a stellar line-up of mentors and coaches on Saturday for the third edition of the much-anticipated league, returning after a six-year hiatus. The T20 Mumbai League 2025 will be held at the iconic Wankhede Stadium from May 26 to June 8, featuring eight teams.
The head coaches announced include Omkar Salvi (SoBo Mumbai Falcons), Rajesh Pawar (ARCS Andheri), Atul Ranade (Triumph Knights Mumbai North East), Amit Dani (Mumbai South Central Maratha Royals), Prashant Shetty (Eagle Thane Strikers), Pravin Tambe (North Mumbai Panthers), and Vinod Raghvan (Aakash Tigers Mumbai Western Suburbs). The head coach for Namo Bandra Blasters is yet to be revealed.
“As the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA), we are committed to promoting and empowering our local coaches and support staff, ensuring they receive greater opportunities to grow and contribute not only to Mumbai cricket but also to Indian cricket,” said Ajinkya Naik, President of MCA.
Adding further star power, the MCA recently announced India's captain Rohit Sharma as the official face of Season 3.
The T20 Mumbai League has been a crucial platform for rising talents like Shivam Dube, Tushar Deshpande, and Shams Mulani. With over 2,800 player registrations for the new season, the MCA is poised to unearth the next generation of Indian cricket stars.