McCullum Appointed as England's All-Format Head Coach

The ECB has confirmed that Brendon McCullum will take over as head coach for both England's Test and white-ball teams. McCullum's contract extension runs until 2027, starting his new role in January 2025. This move aims to align all teams and bring out the best in players and coaching staff.

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) on Tuesday announced a significant restructuring in its senior cricket setup. Brendon McCullum, who has been the Test head coach since May 2022, will now also take charge of England's white-ball teams. His contract, now extended until 2027, will see him oversee both formats starting January 2025.

Marcus Trescothick will remain as the interim head coach for England's upcoming series against Australia and their West Indies tour. ESPNcricinfo revealed that former Australia captain Ricky Ponting and England's 2019 World Cup-winning skipper Eoin Morgan were also considered to replace Matthew Mott.

Rob Key, Managing Director of England Men's Cricket, lauded McCullum's commitment to English cricket. The restructuring aims to unify all teams, leveraging McCullum's leadership to tackle ongoing format clashes and enhance performance. McCullum expressed enthusiasm for his expanded role, emphasizing his dedication to maximizing the potential of England's cricket talent and aligning with Key's vision for a unified coaching structure.

(With inputs from agencies.)