Fleming new England Test coach with Root captain
Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.
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Notable Quotes
"I'm incredibly excited to be taking on the role as Test coach."
— Stephen Fleming , Athlete
"[Fleming] has proved over a long period of time that he is an exceptional leader with a great knowledge of the game."
— Joe Root , Athlete
"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."
— Stephen Fleming , Athlete
Key People
Ben Stokes is the captain of the England Test cricket team.
Brendon McCullum is the head coach of the England cricket team.
Director of cricket at Yorkshire.
Joe Root is an English cricketer and the former captain of the England Test team.
Former New Zealand captain and current leading candidate for England Test coach.
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Former New Zealand captain Stephen Fleming is appointed as England Test coach, with Joe Root as captain.
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