Shastri for England Coach? Panesar Demands Change After Ashes Debacle

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Shastri for England Coach? Panesar Demands Change After Ashes Debacle
- •Former England spinner Monty Panesar suggested Ravi Shastri as England's next head coach after their Ashes series defeat to Australia.
- •England lost the Ashes 3-0 in 11 days, with Brendon McCullum's 'Bazball' strategy failing against Australia.
- •Panesar highlighted Shastri's success in leading India to two historic Test series wins in Australia (2018-19, 2020-21).
- •Brendon McCullum's future as coach is uncertain despite his desire to stay, with his contract running until the 2027 ODI World Cup.
- •ECB Managing Director Rob Key will investigate reports of excessive alcohol consumption by players during the Ashes.
Why It Matters: Monty Panesar backs Ravi Shastri to coach England after Ashes loss, questioning McCullum's future.
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