"Bring Ravi Shastri and Virat Kohli era in IPL" - Fans react to reports of RCB looking for new coaches 

RCB finishes sixth in IPL 2023. (Pics: Twitter)
RCB finished sixth in IPL 2023. (Pics: Twitter)

According to recent reports, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) are likely to end their association with head coach Sanjay Bangar and Director of Cricket Operations Mike Hesson.

Both Bangar and Hesson led the Bangalore think tank for the last five seasons. However, the franchise is reportedly looking to rope in new coaches for the forthcoming seasons.

Following the reports that RCB are considering parting ways with Bangar and Hesson, several fans took to social media to share their opinion. Here are some of the best reactions on Twitter:

It is worth mentioning that the Bangalore-based franchise qualified for the playoffs three times during Bangar and Hesson's tenure, finishing in the top four in 2020, 2021 and 2022.

According to the Indian Express, Bangalore are looking to hire new people who will come in with fresh ideas. Notably, Bangalore are yet to win their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) trophy.


RCB on the lookout for new coaching staff

The Faf du Plessis-led side failed to make the cut for the all-important playoffs in IPL 2023 earlier this year. With seven wins and as many losses from 14 league games, they finished sixth in the points table.

The franchise seems to have taken a major decision to revamp its team management, hoping to stage a turnaround in the next edition.

Former Zimbabwe cricketer Andy Flower's stint with the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) came to an end after the IPL 2023, as he was replaced by Justin Langer. He could very well emerge as one of the frontrunners for the RCB head coach's post.

Sanjay Bangar and Mike Hesson shared a great working relationship with RCB veteran Virat Kohli and were also responsible for the auction strategy. However, their failure to guide the team to a championship trophy appears to be the main reason for their reported sacking.

Notably, Bangalore are yet to take a call on the future of bowling coach Adam Griffith. It remains to be seen if they go ahead with a complete overhaul or not.

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