Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have appointed legendry cricketer Andy Flower as the head coach of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024.
RCB made the announcement on their social media handle on Friday. The Bengaluru-based franchise also thanked Director of Cricket Mike Hesson and outgoing head coach Sanjay Bangar for their contributions towards the team.
Former Zimbabwe star cricketer Flower has a wealth of experience under his belt. He was the England head coach when they won the 2010 T20 World Cup. The former wicketkeeper-batsman also helped the team win three back-to-back Ashes from 2009-2013.
Flower also boasts of a fantastic track record in franchise-based leagues across the globe. He has earlier guided the Multan Sultans (PSL), Trent Rockets (The Hundred), Maratha Arabians (Abu Dhabi T10) and Gulf Giants (ILT20) to title victories.
Flower expressed his pleasure over the development.
“I am really proud to be joining RCB. I am truly honoured to represent a franchise of their size, reputation and standing. RCB have an unrivalled fan following and I can’t wait to fully experience the atmosphere in the Chinnaswamy next season,” said Flower.