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Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) has appointed Luke Williams, an Australian cricketer and coach, as the head coach for the RCB women's team for the Women's Premier League (WPL). Williams, who has played first-class cricket for South Australia, has an impressive coaching track record, including guiding the Adelaide Strikers to their first Women's Big Bash League title in 2022-2023. He has also been associated with teams like Southern Brave and South Australian Scorpions, demonstrating his coaching expertise in women's cricket. With this appointment, RCB aims to strengthen its women's team for the upcoming WPL competition.

On the occasion Prathmesh Mishra, Chief Commercial Officer, Diageo India, and Chairman of RCB, said, "I extend a heartfelt welcome to Luke Williams as he takes the reins of the RCB women's team. With his expertise and leadership, our goal is to embody the spirit of Royal Challengers Bangalore, to play bold and embark on a journey filled with determination, passion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, aiming to make our fans and supporters proud."

“I am thrilled to have been provided this opportunity with RCB and can’t wait to get started with the team’s preparations for the second season of the WPL. I look forward to working with a playing group that will host a number of the most exciting players in Indian and world cricket as we look to bring a bold and exciting style of play and success to our huge and passionate fan base,” Williams expressed his excitement on joining the RCB Women’s Team.