McCullum sacked as England Test head coach
Brendon McCullum has been dismissed as England's Test cricket head coach following a series of poor results and internal team turmoil. This decision marks the end of the 'Bazball' era, leaving the team without a coach or captain ahead of the upcoming series against Pakistan.
Why it matters
The leadership vacuum in the England cricket team represents a significant shift in international sports management.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Brendon McCullum became England Test head coach in May 2022
Cricket Correspondent Published 17 minutes ago Brendon McCullum has been sacked as Test coach in another staggering twist in the unravelling of the England team.
Two weeks after Ben Stokes made the stunning announcement to step down as captain and retire from international cricket, McCullum's exit brings a definitive end to the Bazball era.
The New Zealander will continue as England's white-ball coach, but leaves the Test team following a string of poor results and several off-field incidents.
Director of cricket Rob Key will remain in his position, with the decision to remove McCullum coming after the hierarchy of the England and Wales Cricket Board spent time reflecting on the situation surrounding the men's team.
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