Hussain recommends Flower as potential McCullum replacement for Test coach
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 2:42 PM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Nasser Hussain has suggested that Andy Flower should take over as England's Test head coach following Brendon McCullum's departure. McCullum's time at the helm ended after a disappointing 4-1 Ashes loss and an overall record of eight defeats in the last 12 Test matches. Hussain criticized current managing director Rob Key as 'lucky' to retain his position, emphasizing the need for meticulous attention to detail in the coaching staff. While Flower currently leads IPL team Royal Challengers Bengaluru, ECB CEO Richard Gould mentioned the possibility of a coaching split role to accommodate franchise commitments. No formal contact has been made with potential candidates as discussions are set to continue.
- •Hussain backs Flower as replacement for McCullum.
- •McCullum leaves after a poor Test series record.
- •Rob Key's position as managing director is questioned.
- •ECB considers job-split for coaching roles.
- •Discussions on new appointments are ongoing.
"Nasser Hussain has backed former England head coach Andy Flower to replace Brendon McCullum as Test head coach.
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