ECB chief Richard Gould has expressed confidence in Rob Key's long-term role as England men's managing director, despite the recent dismissal of Test head coach Brendon McCullum.
Brendon McCullum was recently sacked as England's Test head coach
Jul 13, 2026
09:48 am
What's the storyRichard Gould, the chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), has backed Rob Key to continue in his role as men's managing director.
The endorsement comes after Brendon McCullum was sacked from his position as head coach of the Test team.
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