Keightley Takes Up Cricket Australia Development Role as Mumbai Indians WPL Future Remains Uncertain
Cricket Australia has appointed Keightley to a development role within the organisation.
Key Details of the Appointment
The move marks a new chapter for the coach while she maintains commitments elsewhere in Australian domestic cricket.
Keightley will continue coaching Sydney Thunder after agreeing to a two-year extension with the team.
Contract Extension with Sydney Thunder
This two-year extension ensures her continued involvement with the Sydney Thunder setup in the immediate future.
The decision provides stability for the Thunder franchise as they prepare for upcoming seasons.
WPL Situation with Mumbai Indians
Her future in the Women’s Premier League appears uncertain at this stage.
Reports indicate she is likely to step away from her current role with the Mumbai Indians franchise.
She will continue to coach Sydney Thunder having signed a two-year extension but is likely to leave her WPL role with Mumbai Indians.
This development leaves the Mumbai Indians WPL coaching position open for potential changes ahead of the next season.
Impact on Team Structures
The combination of the new Cricket Australia role and the probable departure from Mumbai Indians creates a shift in her professional responsibilities.
Indian cricket fans following the Women’s Premier League will be watching closely to see how the Mumbai Indians adapt to this change.
- Appointment to CA development role confirmed
- Two-year extension signed with Sydney Thunder
- Likely exit from WPL role with Mumbai Indians
- Future in the Women’s Premier League listed as uncertain
The news has generated discussion among followers of women’s cricket across both Australia and India.
Keightley’s move highlights the growing connections between Australian cricket structures and the expanding Women’s Premier League in India.