England want new coach before Pakistan - who could it be?
Summary
England is searching for a new head coach for their Test cricket team after sacking Brendon McCullum. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) wants to appoint the new coach before the Test series against Pakistan in August and is considering a shortlist of 6 to 10 candidates.Key Facts
- Brendon McCullum was sacked as England’s Test head coach after seven losses in nine matches.
- England’s next Test match is against Pakistan starting on August 19 at Headingley.
- England currently does not have a Test captain after Ben Stokes retired in June.
- ECB chief executive Richard Gould said they have a shortlist of 6 to 10 coaching candidates from around the world.
- The new coach will be chosen with input from the managing director of men’s cricket Rob Key and selector Marcus North.
- The new coach will work alongside McCullum, who still coaches England’s white-ball (limited overs) teams.
- The ECB may use an interim coach if the top candidates have other commitments and to allow more time to make the best choice.
- Andy Flower, a former England coach and successful franchise coach, is reportedly a top candidate but may be unlikely to take the job.
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