Former CSK coach tipped for England's Test head coach role

Former Chennai Super Kings head coach Stephen Fleming is set to take charge of England's Test team, with a report claiming the former New Zealand captain has emerged as the frontrunner to succeed Brendon McCullum in the red-ball setup. According to The Telegraph, Fleming has been identified as England's preferred candidate after a comprehensive interview process led by managing director Rob Key.Fleming emerges as ECB's top choiceThe Telegraph report states that Fleming outperformed other contenders, including former England batter Jonathan Trott and current England men's performance director Richard Dawson, to secure the role. If appointed, Fleming will replace fellow New Zealander Brendon McCullum, who recently stepped down as England's Test head coach following a disappointing run of results in the longest format.Despite leaving the Test role, McCullum will remain in charge of England's white-ball teams, setting up a unique coaching partnership.