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WPL: UP Warriorz part ways with Jon Lewis after three-year association
Women's Premier League (WPL) side UP Warriorz have parted ways with head coach Jon Lewis after a three-year association, which started with the first season of the tournament. The Warriorz finished at the bottom of the standings last season. Lewis had guided the UP Warriorz to the WPL Playoffs in the inaugural season, where they were eventually beaten by champions Mumbai Indians. They finished fourth on the table in his second season in charge and under his guidance, the Warriorz have won a total of nine matches from 25. advertisementAlso Read: West Indies cricketer accused of sexual assault, victims allege cover-up: Report
The UP-based franchise announced the decision on their social media platforms with a special message for Lewis. The Warriroz said that Lewis believed in the team from day one and he will always be part of the family. "From day one, you believed in us. Through the highs, the learnings, and everything in between, Thank You, Coach Jon Lewis, for leading with heart, calm, and belief. You will always be a part of the Warriorz Family," the franchise wrote in the social media day one, you believed in us. Through the highs, the learnings, and everything in between — Thank You, Coach Jon Lewis, for leading with heart, calm, and belief. You'll always be a part of the Warriorz Family. UP Warriorz (@UPWarriorz) June 27, 2025advertisementBesides his job with the Warriorz, Lewis was also the head coach of the England women's team since November 2022. He recently relinquished the role in March this year. Charlotte Edwards took over from Lewis as the coach of the England women's team. Lewis has played county cricket for Gloucestershire, Surrey and Sussex. During his international career representing England, Lewis played a total of one Test, 13 ODIs and two T20Is. - Ends