'He's like me, but better': McCullum's verdict on England's new Test coach Fleming
Brendon McCullum has endorsed the ECB's decision to appoint Joe Root as England's Test captain, while confirming that Stephen Fleming will take over as the new red-ball head coach. McCullum emphasized that Harry Brook remains a key part of the team's future leadership plans.
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England white-ball head coach Brendon McCullum has thrown his weight behind the England and Wales Cricket Board's decision to hand Joe Root the Test captaincy once again, insisting Harry Brook's opportunity to lead the side in the longest format will arrive in due course.The ECB's decision to bring Root back as Test captain after Ben Stokes' retirement came as a surprise, with many expecting vice-captain Brook to take over. Brook has already been leading England's white-ball sides and was widely regarded as the frontrunner to succeed Stokes.However, McCullum believes England have made the right call by opting for Root's experience while continuing to groom Brook for the future."Everyone knows the affection that I have for Harry," white-ball head coach McCullum told Sky Sports. "He's a wonderful player and he's doing a fine job as white-ball leader.
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