Andy Flower Named London Spirit Coach Ahead of 2026

London Spirit have appointed Andy Flower as their men’s head coach on a multi-year deal, replacing Justin Langer and joining ahead of the 2026 Hundred. Flower is leaving Trent Rockets and reunites with Mo Bobat, the franchise’s Director of Cricket, after they worked together at Royal Challengers Bengaluru and helped RCB win this year’s IPL title. Flower brings a lengthy coaching record — including spell as England head coach, a 2022 Hundred title with Trent Rockets and franchise experience across the PSL, CPL and ILT20 — and said he is excited to join the Lord’s-based outfit. The appointment is part of a wider management and ownership overhaul after a near-49% sale to US tech investors (Tech Titans) alongside MCC’s stake, with board changes and a planned brand refresh over the winter. London Spirit’s women won the 2024 title while the men have underperformed in recent seasons; Flower’s hiring signals a determined push to make the men genuine title contenders for 2026.