‘You need highly skillful bowlers at Chinnaswamy’ – Andy Flower

RCB’s bowling woes at their home ground in the 2024 IPL season led to their exit in the Eliminator against Rajasthan Royals. Despite a remarkable turnaround with six consecutive victories after a poor start, RCB fell short in Ahmedabad as they failed to set the pace in the middle overs and the death, ultimately losing by four wickets.

Head coach Andy Flower acknowledged that the total of 172 wasn’t enough, especially with the dew factor playing a crucial role in the second innings. Flower emphasized the need for skillful bowlers who can adapt to the unique conditions of the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, where RCB’s pacers conceded the second most runs in the 2024 season.

Looking ahead to the mega auction before the next cycle, Flower highlighted the importance of recruiting bowlers with specific plans and intelligence to succeed at Chinnaswamy. He also praised skipper Faf du Plessis and Virat Kohli for inspiring the team’s comeback during the season.

While Kohli showcased his batting prowess throughout the season, Flower expressed confidence in Glenn Maxwell’s ability to bounce back from a tough IPL campaign during the upcoming World Cup. Flower commended Maxwell’s past contributions and wished him well for the upcoming tournament.

Despite the disappointing end to their IPL campaign, Flower remains optimistic about RCB’s future and the potential for improvement in the next season. With a focus on recruiting the right players to complement their star performers, RCB aims to come back stronger in the upcoming IPL cycles.