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McCullum Defends Coaching as England Enforces Midnight Curfew

2/4/2026

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Brendon McCullum defended his coaching approach amid scrutiny of England's off-field behavior, saying the team is not a "loose ship" and that discipline is needed.
He praised Harry Brook's leadership but said Brook has areas to improve off the field.
A midnight curfew was introduced for the white-ball tour of Sri Lanka to prevent issues.
England performed well in Sri Lanka and prepared for the T20 World Cup against Nepal.

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Brendon McCullum defended his coaching approach amid scrutiny of England's off-field behavior, saying the team is not a "loose ship" and that discipline is needed.
He praised Harry Brook's leadership but said Brook has areas to improve off the field.
A midnight curfew was introduced for the white-ball tour of Sri Lanka to prevent issues.
England performed well in Sri Lanka and prepared for the T20 World Cup against Nepal.