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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) embarks on a fresh chapter, announcing the appointment of the esteemed Mo Bobat as their Director of Cricket for the IPL 2024 season. Bobat, celebrated for his revolutionary role as Performance Director with the English Cricket Board (ECB) for over a decade, has been instrumental in redefining England's cricket prowess. Under his guidance, England has clinched prestigious titles including the T20I and ODI World Cups, and showcased a memorable Ashes performance.
At a youthful 40, Bobat’s association with the ECB stretches back 12 years, where since 2019, he's been steering their dominance in world cricket. His expertise lies not just in strategizing winning moves but in identifying and honing raw talent across all formats of the game.
RCB fans have another reason to be elated as Bobat reunites with RCB's head coach, Andy Flower. Their proven synergy, having previously collaborated for England, promises exciting times for the team and its supporters.
"We are delighted to welcome Mo Bobat as the Director of Cricket for RCB in the IPL. RCB has always focussed on a performance-oriented approach and creating a play culture that reflects its 'playbold' philosophy. Bobat has already proved what he can do in a similar role with England, and I believe, with expertise and years of experience, he will guide RCB to newer horizons and excellence," Prathmesh Mishra, Chief Commercial Officer, Diageo India and Chairman of RCB, said while talking about the appointment.
"The Position of Director of Cricket is an important position in the development of our long-term strategy of elite performance. We believe Mo has the knowledge & expertise to take us forward in this area," Rajesh V Menon, Vice President & Head of Royal Challengers Bangalore commented.
"I'm both excited and proud to be joining RCB as Director of Cricket. RCB is one of the most recognisable franchises in the world, with a renowned fan base. To serve them will be a huge honour. It's important to acknowledge the work of both Mike Hesson and Sanjay Bangar, for the stability and consistency they have provided over recent years," Bobat said.
"I'm really looking forward to working closely with Andy Flower, somebody I know well, to take on the baton and deliver the success that RCB craves. When the time comes, I'll leave the ECB with the heaviest of hearts. I'll be forever grateful for all of the opportunities and support that I have received over the years and will carry with me many special memories, shared achievements and friendships. Andy and I are relishing the challenges ahead, and we're looking forward to helping Faf and the players to fulfill their potential," he further added.
In his new role, Bobat is not just focused on immediate victories. He aspires to lay down a strong cultural and performance-driven foundation to ensure RCB's long-term success. Overseeing talent recruitment and performance strategies, Bobat's inclusion signifies RCB's unwavering commitment to excellence, both on the field and off it.
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