Stephen Fleming has been appointed England's men's Test head coach, succeeding Brendon McCullum, while Joe Root returns as captain following unanimous selection panel approval.
Fleming's appointment comes after his successful tenure with CSK
Jul 30, 2026
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What's the storyEngland have appointed former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming as the new head coach of their men's Test side.
The decision was announced by the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) after a rigorous selection process involving several high-profile candidates.
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England has named Stephen Fleming as its Men's Test head coach, replacing one New Zealander with another.
England Men's Cricket managing director Rob Key also hailed Fleming as one of cricket's most respected figures
Five-time Indian Premier League winner Fleming will replace compatriot Brendon McCullum.
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