Boycott Slams Stokes, McCullum After Ashes Debacle: "Foolish Things" Continue!

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News18•09-01-2026, 23:23
Boycott Slams Stokes, McCullum After Ashes Debacle: "Foolish Things" Continue!
- •Geoffrey Boycott heavily criticized England Test captain Ben Stokes and coach Brendon McCullum after their 1-4 Ashes series defeat to Australia.
- •Boycott stated that England has not won a Test series against India or Australia since Stokes and McCullum took charge, only against New Zealand, Pakistan, and West Indies.
- •He lambasted McCullum's 'do your thing' philosophy, claiming a lack of accountability and players repeating "foolish things" without consequence.
- •Boycott expressed frustration that McCullum shows no sign of changing his coaching methods despite the defeat, hindering talented cricketers.
- •He urged the board to involve former Ashes-winning players to guide the coach and captain, emphasizing the need for different discipline.
Why It Matters: Geoffrey Boycott fiercely criticizes England's Test leadership for their Ashes loss and lack of accountability.
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