Fleming prioritises beating Australia as England coach
Stephen Fleming will become England's Test head coach starting in December and said he is focused on beating Australia, drawing on New Zealand's similar obsession. He takes charge before a three-Test tour of South Africa and as England prepare to host Australia next year after a 4-1 Ashes defeat. Fleming said he will not enforce a single playing style but wants adaptability, planning and discipline, and he emphasised behavioral standards after Brydon Carse was dropped over off-field trouble. His appointment follows Brendon McCullum's exit after criticism of bazball and recent series losses, and it could reshape England's immediate selection and tactics.
Fleming will start as England Test coach in December.
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England recently changed coaches after criticism of the previous approach and series losses. Fleming will start in December and England will tour South Africa first. England will also face Australia next year, so results and discipline…
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