Former England captain Nasser Hussain has thrown his weight behind Andy Flower as a possible candidate for the vacant England white-ball head coach place. The previous Zimbabwean batter has loved immense success as a coach lately, and Hussain believes his expertise and experience make him a really perfect match for the position.
Andy Flower’s evolution
Hussain acknowledged that there could be some resistance to appointing Flower on account of his earlier stint as England’s coach. Nevertheless, he emphasised that the previous batter has developed considerably since then.
“Some would view (Flower) as a backward step – ‘by no means return, you’re going again to a former England coach’ – however I feel Andy has moved on. Andy was very anti-franchise and IPL, however that was a really very long time in the past. Now he has travelled the world, profitable for many franchises and doing a little actually good issues,” Hussain advised the PA information company.
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Flower’s confirmed monitor report
Flower’s teaching CV boasts a formidable array of achievements. He has led varied groups to success, showcasing his means to adapt to totally different enjoying situations and cultural environments. His expertise within the T20 format, notably in franchise cricket, aligns properly with the calls for of contemporary white-ball cricket.
“He is a superb coach. You simply have to take a look at his CV and, if Rob Key acquired Andy Flower’s CV out, there’s hardly a greater possibility than that, however once more it’s if Andy desires to do it. I simply take a look at the perfect particular person for the job, easy as that. I’ve labored with Kumar and (he has a) sensible mind. I’ve performed and seen Andy Flower, sensible player-coach, sensible man,” he added.
Discovering the suitable candidate
Whereas Hussain is clearly impressed by Flower’s credentials, he additionally highlighted the significance of discovering a coach who’s genuinely within the position. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confronted challenges in attracting top-quality coaches previously, and guaranteeing that the suitable candidate isn’t solely certified but in addition motivated is essential.
“They’re all excellent candidates and I repeat the job isn’t a lot discovering the candidate, it’s discovering the candidate that really desires to do the job,” the Former English captain said.
Because the ECB continues its seek for a brand new white-ball head coach, Andy Flower’s identify is more likely to be excessive on the shortlist. His confirmed monitor report and skill to adapt to trendy cricket make him a compelling candidate.
Nevertheless, the ultimate determination will in the end rely on whether or not he’s fascinated about returning to worldwide cricket and whether or not the ECB imagine he’s the perfect particular person to steer the England white-ball workforce to future success.
