Mumbai Indians appoint Carl Hopkinson as new fielding coach

The Mumbai Indians (MI), five-time Indian Premier League (IPL) champions, have announced the appointment of former English cricketer Carl Hopkinson as their fielding coach for the upcoming IPL 2025 season. The announcement marks a key addition to MI’s coaching staff as the team looks to regain its winning momentum.

Hopkinson, affectionately known as “Hoppo,” brings a wealth of experience to the franchise, having served as the fielding coach for the England men’s cricket team for the past seven years. During his tenure, he played a pivotal role in England’s triumphs in the 2019 ODI World Cup and the 2022 T20 World Cup. His expertise in fielding has been widely recognized, with his efforts contributing significantly to England’s rise as a dominant force in white-ball cricket.

In addition to his senior team contributions, Hopkinson was the head fielding coach for England’s ICC Under-19 World Cup 2022 campaign, where the young squad reached the final for the first time since 1998, finishing as runners-up.

Hopkinson replaces James Pamment, who served as MI’s fielding coach for seven years. Under Pamment’s guidance, the Mumbai Indians clinched IPL titles in 2019 and 2020, further solidifying their reputation as one of the league’s most successful franchises. Pamment’s departure marks the end of an era, as MI looks to usher in fresh energy and ideas with Hopkinson’s appointment.

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The Mumbai Indians are hoping for a turnaround after a disappointing IPL 2024 campaign, where they managed only four wins out of 14 matches under the captaincy of Hardik Pandya. With this strategic addition to their coaching staff, the franchise aims to improve their on-field performance and reclaim their dominance in the league.

In an official statement, the Mumbai Indians expressed their confidence in Hopkinson’s abilities: “The five-time IPL champions Mumbai Indians have appointed Englishman Carl Hopkinson as their new fielding coach ahead of IPL 2025.” His proven track record and extensive experience are expected to strengthen the team’s fielding standards and overall competitiveness.