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Karthik expresses doubt over Flower leaving RCB for England coaching role

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 9:42 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Karthik expresses doubt over Flower leaving RCB for England coaching role

Summary

Dinesh Karthik, the batting coach for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, commented on the potential of Andy Flower becoming England's new Test head coach. While Karthik recognizes Flower as an excellent candidate, he believes that Flower's commitments to RCB, where he signed a three-year contract ahead of the 2024 IPL season, make this move unlikely. Karthik emphasized the difficulties of balancing the England Test schedule, especially as the team seeks a new leader following Brendon McCullum's departure. He raised concerns about England accepting a coach who might miss key Test matches due to IPL responsibilities.

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By the Numbers

•Dinesh Karthik doubts Andy Flower will leave RCB for England
•England is searching for a Test coach after McCullum's exit
•Flower signed a three-year deal with RCB ahead of IPL 2024
•Karthik highlights potential scheduling conflicts with Test matches
•England's Test preparations could be hindered by missing a coach

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9:42 PMYahoo Sports — 'I would be very surprised': Dinesh Karthik doubts Andy Flower will leave RCB for England Test coaching role

What they're saying

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Dinesh Karthik believes Andy Flower would be an excellent choice for England's Test coach. However, he feels Flower's existing commitments make this move highly unlikely. Flower has a three-year contract with Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the IPL. This would mean missing parts of England's Test matches. The schedule presents significant challenges for such a dual role.
— Yahoo Sports

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