Former Zimbabwe captain Andy Flower is set to become the new head coach of Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024, according to a report by Cricbuzz.
Flower, who has a wealth of experience in international and franchise cricket, has been in talks with RCB for several weeks and is now close to finalising a deal. The 53-year-old would replace Mike Hesson and Sanjay Bangar, whose contracts with RCB expire at the end of the current season.
Flower is a highly respected figure in the cricket world, having coached England, West Indies, and Sri Lanka at the international level. He has also had successful stints as head coach of the Rajasthan Royals and Sunrisers Hyderabad in the IPL.
RCB are looking to appoint a new head coach after they failed to reach the playoffs in the IPL 2023. The franchise has a strong squad, but they have been inconsistent in recent years. Flower's experience and track record of success could help them to finally break their title drought.
The report states that Flower is expected to be officially announced as RCB's new head coach in the coming weeks. He would then take charge of the team ahead of the IPL 2024 auction, which is scheduled to be held in December 2023.
Flower's appointment would be a major coup for RCB. He is one of the most respected coaches in the world and he has a proven track record of success. If he can get the best out of RCB's talented squad, they could be a serious contender for the IPL title in 2024.
Here are some of Andy Flower's notable achievements as a coach:
Led England to the 2010 ICC World Twenty20 title.
Helped West Indies win the 2012 ICC World Twenty20 title.
Led Sri Lanka to the 2014 ICC World Cup final.
Won the IPL title with Rajasthan Royals in 2008.
Won the IPL title with Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2016.
Flower's appointment as RCB's head coach is a sign that the franchise is serious about winning the IPL title. With his experience and track record of success, Flower is the perfect man to lead RCB to their first title.