Stephen Fleming
Former New Zealand captain and current leading candidate for England Test coach.
Notable Quotes
"I'm incredibly excited to be taking on the role as Test coach."View Story →
"Of course, the ambition is always to win now. But equally, it's about ensuring the team is well placed for the medium and long-term future."View Story →
"No, because I have an obsession with it as well. New Zealand has an obsession with it, we love it."View Story →
"There are standards... You need to behave in accordance with your position."View Story →
"It's been disappointing, because I understand what people are working towards."View Story →
"There are standards. We pick on runs and wickets primarily, but I think it's foolish not to also say there are standards that need to be set."View Story →
"I have so much respect for what Ben Stokes and Brendon did for this English side."View Story →
"You need to behave in accordance with your position."View Story →
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