Former Australian opener Justin Langer has been appointed as head coach of Indian Premier League (IPL) outfit Lucknow Super Giants for the 2024 edition, replacing Andy Flower.
This move has also raised questions about Gautam Gambhir's future with the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise.
JUST IN: LANGER! 💙🙏 pic.twitter.com/UYu6XSfgIX
— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) July 14, 2023
Langer, who has previously served as the coach of the Australian national team, brings a wealth of coaching experience to the role.
“Lucknow Super Giants have appointed legendary former Australian cricket team coach and batsman Justin Langer as their team head coach. As the two-year contract of Andy Flower comes to an end, Lucknow Supergiants thanks Andy Flower for his contribution,” LSG said in a statement.
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Under Flower, LSG reached the IPL playoffs for two consecutive seasons but could not lift the title. The franchise expressed gratitude to Flower for his contribution as Langer takes over the head coaching responsibilities.
Dear Andy,
— Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) July 14, 2023
Today it's farewell, but it'll never be goodbye because you'll always be one of our own. Thank you for everything! 💙 pic.twitter.com/EGtaRvYiHj
What did Justin Langer say after becoming head coach of LSG?
“Lucknow Super Giants are on the journey of building a great story in the IPL. We all have a role to play in that journey and I am excited to be a part of the team moving forward," he told.
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What is Justin Langer's record as a coach in T20 cricket?
Langer has an incredible record in T20 cricket as he guided he Perth Scorchers to three Big Bash League titles during his six seasons with the team.
Moreover, he masterminded Australia's World T20 victory in 2021, with Aaron Finch as the skipper.
Lucknow Super Giants will be hoping Langer's successful record in T20 cricket translates to the IPL as well and helps them land their first title.
