Stephen Fleming addresses England's coaching challenges after replacing McCullum
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:34 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Stephen Fleming, appointed England's new Test coach, spoke on team discipline and his coaching style. He addressed incidents involving players such as Harry Brook and Ben Stokes, emphasizing the need for higher standards. Fleming acknowledged the successes and failures of the previous coaching regime under Brendon McCullum, noting that evolving strategies led to challenges. He highlighted his respect for Stokes and plans to work closely with captain Joe Root on team identity and performance. Fleming, who joined the team on a four-year contract, expressed optimism for the future despite recent criticisms of England's approach to the game.
- •Fleming replaces McCullum as England Test coach on a four-year deal.
- •Team discipline issues have been a concern, involving multiple players.
- •Fleming acknowledges the need for standards and improving team identity.
- •He respects Stokes' retirement decision and aims to collaborate with Root.
- •Fleming missed coaching the recent series against Pakistan due to prior commitments.
- 7:34 AMYahoo Sports — Fleming on England discipline, Stokes, late arrival and coaching styles
- 7:26 AMBBC Sport — Fleming on England discipline, Stokes, late arrival and coaching styles
"Read what England's new Test coach Stephen Fleming had to say about Bazball, Ben Stokes, the team's discipline issues and his own philosophy.
"Read what England's new Test coach Stephen Fleming had to say about Bazball, Ben Stokes, the team's discipline issues and his own philosophy.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 20, 2026, 7:34 AMFleming on England discipline, Stokes, late arrival and coaching styles
Read what England's new Test coach Stephen Fleming had to say about Bazball, Ben Stokes, the team's discipline issues and his own philosophy.
- BBC SportSep 20, 2026, 7:26 AMFleming on England discipline, Stokes, late arrival and coaching styles
Read what England's new Test coach Stephen Fleming had to say about Bazball, Ben Stokes, the team's discipline issues and his own philosophy.
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