Robin Singh Quits Entire Mumbai Indians Universe; Mark Boucher Returns

Robin Singh the former MI coach [Source: @mipaltan/X]Former India cricketer Robin Singh’s long association with the Mumbai Indians setup has finally reached its formal conclusion. MI Emirates acknowledged his departure on September 30, bringing the curtain down on a relationship that began in 2010 and extended across the IPL and the franchise’s global expansion. Singh had already announced in May 2026 that he had parted ways with Mumbai Indians, but the latest tribute from MI Emirates ahead of ILT20 2027 auctions, underlines the end of his final association with the MI network.MI Emirates officially confirm Robin Singh's exitMI Emirates formally acknowledged Robin Singh’s departure on September 30 with an emotional message on their official X account.“From the field to beyond it, you gave us lessons we’ll carry forever. Thank you for everything, Robin,” the franchise posted.MI Emirates @MIEmirates From the field to beyond it, you gave us lessons we’ll carry forever 💙 Thank you for everything, Robin 🙏 #MIEmirates #OneFamily Sep 30, 2026, 1:01 PM The message marked the latest chapter in Singh’s exit from the Mumbai Indians universe. While his association with the IPL side had ended after the 2022 season, he remained involved with MI Emirates during the franchise’s expansion into the ILT20.Singh initially joined MI Emirates as their General Manager of Cricket ahead of the inaugural ILT20 season in 2023. His role involved overseeing the cricketing side of the franchise as it prepared for its first campaign in the new UAE-based competition.He subsequently moved into the dugout. Ahead of the 2024 season, Singh was appointed Head Coach, replacing Shane Bond. The change proved significant for MI Emirates, as the franchise went on to win the ILT20 title in 2024 under his leadership.Also Read- Japanese Player Openly Speaks On Shreyas Iyer Influencing Controversial Wide DecisionMI Emirates announce Mark Boucher as new head coachWith Robin Singh’s departure bringing one chapter to a close, MI Emirates have already moved towards the next one by announcing the appointment of Mark Boucher as their new Head Coach for the ILT20 2027 season.MI Emirates @MIEmirates A winner’s mindset, a builder’s ambition, a champion’s heart💙 Welcoming our Head Coach Mark Boucher 💪 Read more: Sep 30, 2026, 2:00 PM Boucher’s return also carries a familiar Mumbai Indians connection. The former South African wicketkeeper had previously been part of the organisation as the Mumbai Indians head coach in 2023 before moving across to MI New York.His stint in Major League Cricket eventually produced silverware, with Boucher guiding MI New York to the 2025 championship title. That success has now paved the way for another assignment within the wider MI setup, this time in the UAE. Robin Singh's long association with the MI franchiseSingh’s connection with Mumbai Indians stretched far beyond a conventional coaching stint. He joined the franchise in 2010 and remained part of its setup for 16 years, working through different phases of its development and eventually becoming part of its international expansion.His first major assignment came as Mumbai Indians’ Head Coach from 2010 to 2012. The franchise had not reached the IPL’s top four before his arrival, but Singh’s first season ended with MI finishing runners-up.After his head-coaching stint, Singh moved into the support structure, eventually becoming an important member of the franchise’s batting and coaching staff. That period coincided with the transformation of Mumbai Indians into one of the most successful teams in IPL history.Singh was part of the MI setup when the franchise won its five IPL championships. He was also associated with both of Mumbai Indians’ Champions League Twenty20 titles in 2011 and 2013. The ILT20 title in 2024 added another major trophy to his coaching record. MI Emirates then reached the final again in 2026, finishing runners-up.However, Singh’s departure from the MI network was officially announced by him in May 2026. “I’d like to share that I have officially parted ways with the Mumbai Indians. Although I have not been part of their IPL staff since 2022, as of this year also with their team in the Emirates league,” Singh wrote. With MI Emirates now publicly thanking him for his contribution, that 16-year association has formally come to an end.Robin Singh's success as a coach and managerSingh’s coaching career extends considerably beyond Mumbai Indians. After retiring from professional cricket in 2004, he moved into coaching and management.One of his early major assignments came with India, where he worked as the national team’s fielding coach from 2007 to 2009. He was part of the Indian setup during the team’s victorious 2007 ICC World Twenty20 campaign.Robin Singh also worked within India’s junior pathway, including assignments with India Under-19 and India A. His work with associate cricket included Hong Kong and later the UAE, where he served as Director of Cricket and Head Coach.His franchise cricket journey also took him to the Caribbean Premier League, where he guided Barbados Tridents to the 2014 title, while his T10 assignments with Kerala Kings and Northern Warriors produced championships in successive years. He was also involved with Uva Next during the inaugural Sri Lanka Premier League season in 2012, when the side won the competition.Also Read- Auqib Nabi Makes Debut; Who Has He Replaced In India Playing For 2nd ODI Vs West Indies?