Fleming takes over as England Test coach; ex-CSK boss begins new era with Root
Former Chennai Super Kings coach Stephen Fleming has been appointed as the new head coach of the England men's Test cricket team. He replaces Brendon McCullum and will begin his tenure later this summer, reuniting with Test captain Joe Root.
Why it matters
This is a major leadership transition in international cricket, marking the first time a highly successful franchise coach takes the helm of a major Test-playing nation.
Former Chennai Super Kings (CSK) head coach and New Zealand great Stephen Fleming has been appointed as England men's Test head coach, with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) confirming one of the biggest coaching moves in world cricket.The 53-year-old replaces fellow New Zealander Brendon McCullum, who stepped down from the Test role after England's series defeat to New Zealand in June, although he continues to oversee the white-ball teams.Fleming will officially begin his tenure later this summer after spending time with his family in New Zealand.
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