Following head coach Brendon McCullum’s England losing the Ashes 4-1 against Australia, former Three Lions legend Kevin Pietersen suggested a coaching change for England’s cricket team, urging the return of Andy Flower.
McCullum revitalised England’s Test cricket after taking charge as head coach in 2022, bringing an aggressive, fearless style of play. However, after a disappointing Ashes campaign, Australia secured the series with a convincing 5-wicket win in the final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground, resulting in a 4-1 series victory.
Australia’s dominant performance was highlighted by standout players like Mitchell Starc and Travis Head. They clinched victories in Perth, Brisbane, and Adelaide before England managed to secure a memorable
win in Melbourne.
In an X post, Pietersen wrote, “This is a WILD thought. I reckon one of my wildest. Can England bring back Andy Flower now that he’s changed and in line with the modern-day player? He gets Test Cricket. I’ve been told by many players that he’s changed his ways since our drama. He’s winning leagues, so really does get the modern-day player. VERY IMPORTANT! Wild, I know! Thoughts?”
This is a WILD thought. I reckon one of my wildest.
Can England bring back Andy Flower now that he’s changed and in line with the modern day player?
He gets Test Cricket.
I’ve been told by many players that he’s changed his ways since our drama.
He’s winning leagues so…— Kevin Pietersen🦏 (@KP24) January 9, 2026
What Has Andy Flower Done?
Flower previously served as England’s head coach. He became England’s Assistant Coach in 2007 and was appointed Head Coach of the England men’s team two years later. Within his first two years, Flower led the team to Ashes victories in 2011 and 2013.
He achieved remarkable consistency in 50-over cricket and delivered England their first ICC trophy at the T20 World Cup in the Caribbean in 2010. He guided the team to the top of the Test rankings in 2011 after a 4-0 win over India. However, a crushing 5-0 defeat to Australia in the 2013-14 Ashes series led to his resignation.
Flower also led Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to their maiden Indian Premier League (IPL) title in 2025, after 18 editions of the tournament.
(With inputs from Agencies)
