Stephen Fleming receives broadcasting privilege as England Test coach
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 4:04 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Stephen Fleming, the new England Test coach, has been granted permission by the ECB to serve as a commentator for Sky New Zealand during India’s upcoming tour of New Zealand. This privilege was not extended to his predecessor, Brendon McCullum, who had to relinquish similar broadcasting roles. Fleming's official coaching duties will commence with England's series against South Africa in December. Prior to this, he will conduct essential planning discussions with the leadership team in England and manage his dual responsibilities as both coach and commentator during India's multi-format series in New Zealand starting next month.
- •Fleming will commentate for Sky New Zealand during India's tour starting in October.
- •McCullum was not allowed similar broadcasting opportunities during his tenure.
- •Fleming's first series as head coach is against South Africa in December.
- •The ECB's decision indicates a shift in their coaching policy.
- 4:04 PMYahoo Sports — Stephen Fleming gets special privilege denied to Brendon McCullum as England Test coach ahead of India-New Zealand series
"As Stephen Fleming gets ready to begin his role as England Test coach, the Kiwi is set to get a special privilege that has denied to his predecessor, Brendon McCullum.
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