Andy Flower shut down England Test coach rumors completely. The Zimbabwe legend told the ECB he is not interested in returning. He prefers his current gigs with other organizations instead. This ends speculation about him replacing Brendon McCullum at the helm.
Flower led England to the number one ranking and three Ashes wins previously. He remembers those years fondly but says timing is wrong. Balancing IPL duties with international coaching would prove impossible for him. He wants to be present during the English summer months.
Justin Langer now tops the shortlist after this rejection. The former Australia boss coaches Lucknow Super Giants and Manchester Super Giants currently. Rob Key and other officials held talks before Flower declined. Jonny Bairstow called the decision a huge loss for English cricket.
The ECB continues its search while Flower stays comfortable elsewhere. He values his existing teams and workload right now. No amount of prestige could lure him away from current commitments. The recruitment process moves forward without the former star player turned mentor.
Flower led England to the number one ranking and three Ashes wins previously. He remembers those years fondly but says timing is wrong. Balancing IPL duties with international coaching would prove impossible for him. He wants to be present during the English summer months.
Justin Langer now tops the shortlist after this rejection. The former Australia boss coaches Lucknow Super Giants and Manchester Super Giants currently. Rob Key and other officials held talks before Flower declined. Jonny Bairstow called the decision a huge loss for English cricket.
The ECB continues its search while Flower stays comfortable elsewhere. He values his existing teams and workload right now. No amount of prestige could lure him away from current commitments. The recruitment process moves forward without the former star player turned mentor.
