McCullum's 'Bazball' Era Fades; Alastair Cook Tipped for England Coach Role

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News18•05-01-2026, 13:37
McCullum's 'Bazball' Era Fades; Alastair Cook Tipped for England Coach Role
- •Brendon McCullum's 'Bazball' strategy, successful in Tests, has failed in white-ball cricket, leading to speculation about his future.
- •England's poor white-ball performance (4/15 ODIs, 8/15 T20s in 2025) and Ashes flop raise concerns over McCullum's tenure.
- •Former captain Alastair Cook is being discussed as a potential replacement, suggested by Michael Atherton.
- •Cook, known for his patience, could bring balance and discipline, contrasting with the aggressive 'Bazball' approach.
- •Cook expressed interest in coaching England someday but denies current contact from ECB, stating it's speculation.
Why It Matters: McCullum's 'Bazball' faces scrutiny after white-ball failures; Alastair Cook emerges as potential England coach.
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