Robin Uthappa, appointed Mumbai Indians’ batting coach for IPL 2027, called his return to the franchise where he made his IPL debut in 2008 “destiny.” He said MI must regain fans’ trust and build the intimidation they command at home into an away-game strength. Mitchell McClenaghan and Dhawal Kulkarni are also returning, with McClenaghan replacing Lasith Malinga as bowling coach.