Former Pakistan coach Richard Pybus is all set to become Kolkata Knight Riders' new coach.

The IPL side had shortlisted many names for the post, including former India coach John Wright. According to media reports, KKR are expected to formally announce the appointment on Friday.

45-year-old Pybus was with Pakistan during the 1999 World Cup. The Englishman had also won the South Africa domestic Twenty20 title with the Titans in 2008.

Meanwhile, the Mumbai Indians have settled in on former India all-rounder Robin Singh for the coaching job. Singh, the former coach of Deccan Chargers, will be the additional staff and Mumbai all-rounder Paras Mhambrey will be his deputy. Shaun Pollock will continue with the mentor's role and Jonty Rhodes as the fielding coach.