Andy Flower wins back-to-back IPL titles as RCB coach after LSG exit
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 8:35 AM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Andy Flower, fired as head coach by Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) after the IPL 2023 season, has led Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to consecutive IPL titles in 2025 and 2026. RCB secured their second title by defeating Gujarat Titans in the final. Under Flower's leadership, RCB topped the points table and showcased remarkable confidence. LSG, who hired Justin Langer as Flower's replacement, failed to make the playoffs for three straight seasons. Additionally, Rishabh Pant stepped down as LSG captain after disappointing finishes in the past two years.
- •Andy Flower coached RCB to back-to-back IPL titles.
- •RCB won their second consecutive title against Gujarat Titans.
- •LSG released Flower after two playoff appearances.
- •Justin Langer replaced Flower at LSG's helm.
- •Rishabh Pant stepped down as LSG captain after two seasons.
- 8:35 AMYahoo Sports — LSG's greatest contribution to IPL champions? Andy Flower wins back-to-back titles as RCB coach after Lucknow exit
"LSG released Andy Flower as head coach after the IPL 2023 campaign, who went on to win back-to-back IPL titles with RCB.
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