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'Feeling Sad For Andy Flower': Fans React after RCB Sign Zimbabwe Legend as New Head Coach

image-lkwcp7h5Andy Flower will replace Sanjay Bangar as the head coach of RCB. (Twitter)

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have unveiled their new head coach, former Zimbabwean cricketer Andy Flower, in anticipation of the next year’s Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season.

This decision follows RCB's decision to part ways with Mike Hesson and Sanjay Bangar, prompted by their disappointing performance in the 2023 IPL, where they failed to secure a spot in the playoffs.

Andy Flower, who previously worked with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) for two successful seasons, has now transitioned after his contract expired with the Lucknow-based franchise. Under his guidance, the Lucknow Super Giants impressively reached the playoff stage in both seasons, showcasing his coaching prowess.

Flower expressed his enthusiasm for his new role at RCB, acknowledging the team's passionate fan base and anticipating the vibrant atmosphere at the Chinnaswamy Stadium in the forthcoming season. He extended respect to his predecessors, Mike Hesson and Sanjay Bangar, while embracing the challenge of elevating RCB's performance to new heights.

“RCB has an unrivalled fan following and I can’t wait to fully experience the atmosphere in the Chinnaswamy next season. I recognize the work put in by Mike Hesson and Sanjay Bangar, who are two coaches I respect, and I look forward to the challenge of taking RCB to new heights,”  Andy Flower said in a statement.

Flower's coaching expertise extends beyond the IPL, as he has achieved remarkable success in coaching both international and franchise cricket teams. His track record includes victories in prestigious tournaments such as the PSL, The Hundred, ILT20, and T10. Notably, his coaching tenure with the England cricket team was marked by triumphs in Ashes campaigns, clinching the T20 World Cup in 2010, and propelling England's test team to the zenith of world rankings.

The announcement stirred diverse reactions among fans. While many welcomed the fresh direction RCB is taking under Flower's guidance, others playfully speculated about the challenges he might face, sparking lively discussions across Twitter. The social media platform was abuzz with a range of reactions, reflecting the anticipation and curiosity surrounding this significant development.

Here’s how fans reacted on Twitter: