IPL 2023: Kieron Pollard named MI batting coach, retires from IPL

Kieron Pollard, arguably one of the legends of the IPL, has announced retirement from the league.

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The Trinidadian, acquired by the Mumbai Indians in a secret bidding in the IPL 2009 auction, said "Once an MI always an MI."

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MI said he will remain with the team as its batting coach and will continue as a player for the MI Emirates.

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Pollard captained the MI team in nine games across seasons.

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He was retained by the franchise for INR 6 crore last season.

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