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Jones will be working closely with the franchise's development squad, operating in tandem with
Focus on player development and technical growth
The appointment of Jones brings significant experience to the Mumbai Indians' backroom team. The Welshman, who enjoyed a first-class career in the English county circuit spanning from 1997 to 2011, has previously held coaching roles with the Rajasthan Royals, including a stint as their fast-bowling coach during the 2019 season before returning as a high-performance fast-bowling coach in 2022.
His expertise in technical development has already yielded tangible results for emerging talent. Jones recently worked with Indian all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy, helping the youngster increase his bowling velocity. Under his guidance, Reddy transitioned from bowling in the mid-120s to consistently clocking speeds in the mid-130s.
Structural changes within the Mumbai Indians
This addition to the coaching staff is part of a broader period of transition for the Mumbai Indians. Earlier on Saturday, the franchise confirmed that
As the team prepares for the upcoming season, further changes are anticipated within the squad hierarchy. The franchise is expected to make significant decisions regarding the captaincy, and there is ongoing speculation regarding potential movement involving a Hardik Pandya trade in the coming weeks.
