Shane Bond

Rajasthan Royals are enjoying a stellar season, with 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi impressing everyone, including coach Shane Bond. Opening partner Yashasvi Jaiswal also shines, holding the Orange Cap. However, they face a formidable challenge against the in-form defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru, led by Virat Kohli and featuring a strong batting and bowling attack.

IPL 2026 begins March 28 with Royal Challengers Bengaluru facing Sunrisers Hyderabad. All teams have finalised coaching staffs featuring experienced names. Andy Flower leads RCB, Stephen Fleming heads CSK, while Mahela Jayawardene guides MI. Other teams also boast strong coaching setups, setting the stage for a competitive season.

New Zealand's consistent success in ICC tournaments, despite limited resources, stems from a strategic decision to allow players in global T20 leagues, effectively funding their development. The upcoming NZ20 franchise league aims to further boost the profile and exposure of domestic players, building on a system that prioritizes smart planning and culture over scale.

The Cricket fraternity poured in wishes for former New Zealand pacer and current Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond as he turned 47 today.

Shane Bond has resigned from his position as the bowling coach for the Mumbai Indians cricket team. Bond had been with the team for nine seasons and was involved in their four IPL title victories. In a statement, Bond expressed his gratitude to the team and mentioned the great memories he had made during his time with them.

Shane Bond has said that he became a "victim of politics" after joining the ICL but he has no regret about playing in the 'rebel' twenty20 event.

Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond on Wednesday said Kings XI Punjab skipper KL Rahul would be his team's prime target in their upcoming IPL clash here and called the opener a dynamic batsman, capable of scoring around the field.

With two wins from eight matches, Rohit Sharma & Co are staring at an early exit but bowling coach Shane Bond believes the show is far from over.

Former New Zealand fast bowler Shane Bond has expressed his willingness to take up the role of bowling coach with the national team after current coach Damien Wright's tenure comes to an end after the World Twenty20 in Sri Lanka.

Shane Bond will be at the helm of MI Emirates in the inaugural edition of the ILT20 to be held in the UAE. The former New Zealand star is excited about his new role and simply cannot wait for the tournament to get rolling.

Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond voiced his frustration after Mumbai Indians suffered a humiliating eight-wicket defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore in their opening match of IPL 2023.

"That skinny guy" is how Shane Bond, the former New Zealand fast bowler and now the Mumbai Indians' bowling coach, remembers his protégé Jasprit Bumrah. "That skinny guy who certainly didn't lack in confidence".

Former Kiwi seamer, Shane Bond, who was one of the fastest bowlers of his times, gave the example of Sri Lanka's out-of- form pacer Lasith Malinga, who has been leaking runs this IPL season for Mumbai Indians.

During a strategic time-out in the IPL match between Rajasthan Royals and Gujarat Titans, Riyan Parag and Tushar Deshpande were involved in a heated exchange, prompting intervention from coach Shane Bond. This incident occurred after RR's dominant run-chase, fueled by Vaibhav Suryavanshi's century, secured a historic victory. Despite the win, the spat highlights the high emotions in the tournament.

Gulf Giants have appointed Jonathan Trott as head coach and Shane Bond as bowling coach for the upcoming fourth season of the ILT20, replacing Andy Flower and Ottis Gibson, respectively. Andrew Puttick will serve as batting coach, while Jamie Troughton will lead fielding efforts.

Shane Bond, Gulf Giants bowling coach, says ILT20’s diversity and exposure make it a vital platform for UAE talent while offering new challenges for coaches navigating multiple cultures. In a candid chat, he discusses fast-bowling workload management, the risks of rushing young quicks, why first-class cricket remains essential, and the lure of T20 leagues. Bond also reflects on auction mania with humour and perspective.

Jasprit Bumrah has been a key cog in Mumbai Indians' bowling wheel and bowling coach Shane Bond has no hesitation in calling the Indian pacer as "one of the best fast bowlers in the world."

Former New Zealand fast bowler Shane Bond has his eyes trained on an IPL head coach's job, saying he would "love to be involved" in that position in the popular franchise-based league.

Rohit Sharma, the former captain of Mumbai Indians, encountered a humorous moment when Shane Bond, the team's former bowling coach, caught him off guard with an unexpected cheek kiss attempt.

Hardik Pandya's pace is significantly reduced, even though he seems to have worked on a few variations. His Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond, who knows a thing or two about dealing with career-threatening injuries, believes Hardik has lost nothing as an all-rounder.

Indian Premier League's table toppers Mumbai Indians' death-over specialist Jasprit Bumrah should get the nod in India's ICC Champions Trophy squad, feels the franchise's bowling coach Shane Bond.

Paarl Royals on Wednesday announced the appointment of former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond as the new Head Coach for the 2024 season of the SA20. Bond will replace former South African all-rounder JP Duminy in the position, with the latter currently serving the national team.

Virender Sehwag feels that New Zealand fast bowler Shane Bond was not as fiery as he was earlier but said this might not have been the reason for his sudden retirement from Test cricket.

Shane Bond is convinced that India has plenty of young talents but they should be tapped and nurtured in proper manner.

Shane Bond, who also has a deep Indian connection, thanks to his long association with the Mumbai Indians as bowling coach, was the guest on episode 2 of the new Times of India sports podcast, Sportscast, and talked about various things, including what a big achievement it is for the Kiwis to find themselves in the final of the World Test Championship.

Mumbai Indians' bowling coach and former New Zealand pacer Shane Bond has said he will be working on increasing the pace of Arjun Tendulkar. Arjun , who has played 4 IPL matches so far and claimed 3 wickets, speeds currently around 130 kph.

Mumbai Indians bowling coach Shane Bond on Wednesday said no team wants to face them, knowing the extent of damage they can do with their explosive batting and lethal bowling attack. Defending champions MI entered the play-offs of the 13th IPL with nine wins and 18 points.

Former New Zealand pace bowler Shane Bond has been appointed as the Assistant Coach and Fast Bowling Coach for the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL 2024 season. Bond, a standout modern-day fast bowler, previously served as the Bowling Coach for the New Zealand national team from 2012 to 2015, contributing to their run to the final of the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup. He later joined the Mumbai franchise in the IPL in 2015, playing a vital role in their success of winning four titles in nine seasons.

Talking about the memories of the 2019 World Cup final, former New Zealand cricketer and one of the fastest bowlers to have ever played the game of cricket, Shane Bond recalled how he was absolutely "gutted". Bond recalled his memories of that final on episode 2 of Times of India's new sports podcast Sportscast.

Mumbai Indians on Wednesday appointed Sri Lankan International and one of its longest serving member player, Lasith Malinga as the bowling mentor of the team for the upcoming Indian Premier League season.