Anil Kumble quits as Mumbai Indians mentor

The former India Test skipper was removed as chief of the technical committee in BCCI’s annual AGM on November 9, but his role with IPL franchise Mumbai Indians was under scanner as he had also joined the board’ commentary panel. It was considered a possible case of conflict of interest which eventually seems to have resulted in his resignation from Mumbai Indians role.

“Anil Kumble — mentor of Mumbai Indians has decided to step down as the chief mentor of Mumbai Indians with immediate effect. He has decided to pursue other opportunities in sports and cricket,” a release from Mumbai Indians stated on Monday.

“Mumbai Indians is grateful to Anil Kumble, India’s highest wicket taker in both Tests and one days for his contribution in strengthening the Mumbai Indians Franchisee. In his first year as the Mentor, Mumbai Indians won the IPL and the Champions League in 2013. Mumbai Indians won the IPL once again in 2015,” the statement added.

“As I move on to pursue other interests around cricket, I shall be amiss if I do not express my deep sense of appreciation to The Ambani family, particularly Smt. Nita Ambani, Akash Ambani and Nikhil Meswani for their unstinted support and empowerment.

“The players and my support team (coaching and non- coaching staff) have been an admirable bunch and were a joy to work with. Finally, I thank the MI fans for their constant support. I wish the Mumbai Indians farewell convinced that I remain a member of the Ambani family,” he added.