MUMBAI: Former India all-rounder Robin Singh was has been appointed as the new chief coach of the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Mumbai Indians for the 2009-10 season.

Former fast bowler Paras Mhambrey has been named as his deputy.

South African Jonty Rhodes would continue to be with the team as a fielding coach. Former South Africa captain Shaun Pollock will also continue to contribute his cricketing knowledge and international experience for its benefit.

The other members of the support staff of Mumbai Indians include Praveen Amre, Nitin Patel, Dhananjay, Ramji Srinivasan and Donald Shugg.