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After reports of Andy Flower taking role of RCB’s head coach, AB de Villiers likely to join him as mentor
Despite having a star-studded lineup in almost all seasons of the Indian Premier League (IPL), Royal Challengers Bangalore have never got their hands on the coveted IPL trophy. The team have also seen legendary cricketers as the captains like Anil Kumble, Daniel Vettori, Rahul Dravid and Virat Kohli but none of them could help the team to win the title.
Meanwhile, now the franchise has finally taken a great decision as the former Zimbabwe legendary cricketer Andy Flower is set to take the role of head coach from the next season of the league. RCB’s current coach Mike Hesson’s stint will expire on August 31 and the other members of his coaching staff including batting coach Sanjay Bangar will also make an exit.
However, fans were delighted after they heard some reports of former RCB legendary player AB de Villiers joining the team again as the mentor. Although these are just claims as there is no official confirmation about the same. But de Villiers has earlier wished to join the team for any role.
“I will go to Bengaluru for IPL 2023 but not as a player. I will say sorry to RCB fans for not winning the IPL title for them. I also want to thank them for showering love on me. I can’t play cricket as I had surgery on my right eye,” de Villiers was quoted as saying by Crictoday.
Andy Flower’s brilliant records as a coach in Franchise leagues
Coming back to Flower, he was appointed as the head coach of the Kings XI Punjab (Punjab Kings) in 2020 but did not impress many fans. However, his stint as the head coach for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) was quite impressive as he helped the team to qualify for the playoffs in two consecutive seasons of the cash-rich league.
However, Flower has also guided the teams in other franchise leagues such as Pakistan Super League (PSL), Caribbean Premier League (CPL) and others. He helped Multan Sultan to win the PSL title in 2020 while in the same year, he also guided Saint Lucia Kings to win the CPL title.
The Janakpur Bolts clinched a playoff berth in the Nepal Premier League following a decisive victory over the Kathmandu Gurkhas. In a low-scoring encounter, the Gurkhas set a modest target of 102 runs, with their batting lineup struggling against the disciplined Bolts’ bowling attack. Sushan Bhari led the charge, taking crucial wickets and restricting the opposition’s scoring opportunities.
The Bolts chased the target with composure, showcasing strong batting performances from their top order. Opener Arjun Saud played a steady innings, while other batters ensured no major collapses en route to victory. This win solidifies Janakpur’s position in the league standings and marks their entry into the playoffs, where they will look to maintain their momentum.
For Kathmandu Gurkhas, the loss is a significant setback, leaving them on the brink of elimination. The team’s inability to capitalize on key moments, particularly in their batting, highlighted their struggles in the tournament.
With their playoff spot secured, the Bolts have demonstrated consistency and resilience, making them strong contenders for the title. Fans eagerly anticipate their upcoming matches as the tournament heads into its decisive stages.
Karnali Yaks posted 128/7 in 20 overs against Lumbini Lions in their Nepal Premier League clash. Contributions from the middle order, especially Sharad Vesawkar (30 runs) and Sunil Dhamala (25 runs), helped stabilize the innings after a shaky start. Lumbini Lions bowlers, led by Sompal Kami and Lalit Rajbanshi, kept Karnali’s scoring in check with disciplined bowling.
The Lions now face a manageable chase to secure their second win of the season.
Kathmandu Gurkhas, after opting to bat first, set Janakpur Bolts a modest target of 102 runs in their ongoing Nepal Premier League (NPL) match. Kathmandu’s innings ended at 101/10 in 19.3 overs. They struggled throughout, with only Gerhard Erasmus (20) and Stephen Eskinazi (17) offering resistance. The rest of the batting line-up faltered, with notable contributions from Karan KC (19) and Shahab Alam (8*).
Janakpur’s bowlers dominated, with Lalit Rajbanshi and Sher Malla both taking three wickets each, while Mohammad Mohsin added two. The Bolts are now tasked with chasing a relatively low total to secure the win.
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