Charlotte Edwards, coach of the Mumbai Indians in the Women's Premier League (WPL), has resigned from her position. She made this decision after being appointed head coach of the England women's cricket team.
Sports News: Charlotte Edwards, who proved her coaching prowess by leading the Mumbai Indians to two WPL titles, has parted ways with the Mumbai Indians franchise to take charge of the England women's cricket team. Edwards' recent appointment as head coach of the England women's team led to this emotional decision to leave one of the WPL's most successful teams.
Edwards: The Architect of Mumbai Indians' Victories
Charlotte Edwards began coaching Mumbai Indians in 2023 and led the team to the WPL championship in her first season. Although the team missed the trophy in 2024, she guided them back to victory in 2025. Winning two titles in three seasons is an unparalleled example of her strategic leadership.
In their official statement, Mumbai Indians said, Charlotte was not just a coach, but a visionary leader. She propelled our women's team to new heights and inspired the players to become the best versions of themselves.
Return Home for Edwards as England Coach
Edwards, who had a stellar career playing for England across all three formats, will now take on the coaching responsibility for her country. She succeeds former coach John Lewis. This is not just a new role for her, but a return to English cricket, this time as a mentor.
A String of Championships in Coaching
Charlotte Edwards' coaching career is studded with trophies:
Five titles with Southern Vipers
The Hundred victory with Southern Brave
And two WPL trophies with Mumbai Indians
Success with each team establishes her as a 'champion builder' in women's cricket.
From Player to Coach - A Legend's Journey
Edwards also created a remarkable record for England during her playing career:
1676 runs in 23 Tests (4 centuries)
5992 runs in 191 ODIs (9 centuries, 46 half-centuries)
2605 runs in 95 T20Is
