Archive · 30 Jul 2026
Stephen Fleming Likely to Replace McCullum as England Test Coach
England's cricket team is looking for a new coach after the previous coach, Brendon McCullum, was let go.
A man named Stephen Fleming, who used to play for New Zealand and has coached many teams to win, is the top choice.
He is known for being calm and good at strategy.
If he gets the job, he will be the second New Zealander to coach England's Test team.
The England and Wales Cricket Board has not yet said it officially, but they might confirm him soon.
Stephen Fleming, former New Zealand captain, is the frontrunner to become England's Test coach after Brendon McCullum's dismissal.
The England and Wales Cricket Board is seeking to rebuild its red‑ball side following a disappointing run of results under McCullum.
Fleming has led multiple franchise teams to titles in global T20 leagues and is praised for tactical acumen and calm leadership.
If appointed, Fleming would be the second New Zealander to coach England's Test team, following McCullum.
The ECB has not yet made an official announcement, but reports indicate Fleming could be confirmed in the coming days.
- Who
- Stephen Fleming, former New Zealand captain
- What
- Likely appointment as England's Test coach
- When
- Earlier this month, with confirmation expected soon
- Where
- England, under the England and Wales Cricket Board
- Why
- ECB seeks to rebuild after a disappointing run of results under Brendon McCullum
- Appointed coach
- Stephen Fleming
- Previous coach
- Brendon McCullum
- Organization
- England and Wales Cricket Board
- Sport
- Cricket
- Format
- Test
- Status
- Unconfirmed
- Nationality of coach
- New Zealand
- Nationality of previous coach
- New Zealand