Former Mumbai cricketer Kiran Powar named head coach of Assam Ranji team
Former Mumbai and Baroda first-class cricketer Kiran Powar has been appointed head coach of the Assam men’s team for the 2026-27 domestic season.
The 50-year-old left-hander, who has represented Mumbai, Baroda and Assam, is the elder brother of former India off-spinner and ex-women’s team head coach Ramesh Powar. Last season, Kiran was in charge of the Mumbai Under-23 side, and this will be his first independent assignment with a senior team.
“I am delighted to be appointed Assam’s Ranji team coach and am really looking forward to working with the side,” Kiran, who scored nearly 3,500 runs in 71 senior matches across formats, told PTI.
Kiran said he was impressed with the vision of the Assam Cricket Association (ACA) during his visit with the Mumbai Under-23 team for the C.K. Nayudu Trophy, which influenced his decision to take up the role.
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“I was really impressed with their vision when I had come here as Mumbai Under-23 coach,” he added.
He also thanked Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) president Ajinkya Naik for his support.
“My sincere thanks to the MCA and its president Ajinkya Naik, who backed me when many were against me. I am leaving Mumbai with a heavy heart. Whatever I am today is because of Mumbai cricket,” he said.
Published on Apr 20, 2026
