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RCB Coach Defends 'Good Innovation' Impact Player Rule Amidst IPL Star Criticism
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RCB Coach Andy Flower Defends Impact Player Rule Amidst IPL Star Criticism
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27-03-2026, 21:28
RCB Coach Andy Flower Defends Impact Player Rule Amidst IPL Star Criticism
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IPL stars like Axar Patel and Shubman Gill have publicly criticized the Impact Player rule, calling it 'one-dimensional'.
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) head coach Andy Flower, a renowned innovator, supports the rule.
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Flower believes the Impact Player rule is a 'good innovation' that engages audiences and adds tactical depth to the game.
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He acknowledges the rule's cons, noting it can hide selection challenges related to balancing an XI and single-skilled players.
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The rule, introduced in 2023, has led to higher-scoring games but has negatively impacted all-rounders and bowlers.
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