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Brendon McCullum's Future in Jeopardy After Ashes Disappointments

1/20/2026

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Brendon McCullum, England's cricket coach, faces an uncertain future after the Ashes.
Despite lifting morale, he has not secured victories against Australia or India.
His white-ball record, including a winless Champions Trophy, raises questions about his tenure.
Rob Key, The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) managing director, remains in a stable post.
The ECB aims to avoid a mass cull and plans changes ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.

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Story summary

Brendon McCullum, England's cricket coach, faces an uncertain future after the Ashes.
Despite lifting morale, he has not secured victories against Australia or India.
His white-ball record, including a winless Champions Trophy, raises questions about his tenure.
Rob Key, The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) managing director, remains in a stable post.
The ECB aims to avoid a mass cull and plans changes ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.