Shastri for England Coach? McCullum Under Fire After Ashes Debacle

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Moneycontrol•25-12-2025, 11:14
Shastri for England Coach? McCullum Under Fire After Ashes Debacle
- •Brendon McCullum faces intense criticism as England trails 0-3 in the Ashes against Australia, questioning his "Bazball" approach.
- •Former England bowler Monty Panesar has proposed Ravi Shastri as the ideal candidate for England's head coach role.
- •Panesar highlights Shastri's proven track record of defeating Australia on their home soil, leading India to two Border-Gavaskar Trophy wins.
- •McCullum, appointed after the 2022 Ashes defeat, revitalized England's Test cricket initially but has seen recent stagnation and losses.
- •Despite external pressure and acknowledging his future isn't solely his decision, McCullum expresses his desire to continue as England's coach until his 2027 contract.
Why It Matters: England's Ashes woes spark calls for Ravi Shastri to replace embattled coach Brendon McCullum.
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