Overview
- The ex-England spinner told journalist Ravi Bisht that Shastri’s record guiding India to 2018–19 and 2020–21 Test series wins in Australia makes him the standout candidate.
- Australia hold a 3-0 lead after retaining control of the Ashes inside 11 days of play across Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide.
- Brendon McCullum said he does not know if he will remain in charge by the 2026 English summer, noting the decision is not his to make.
- No approach or decision by the ECB has been reported, with coaching talk driven by public commentary rather than formal moves.
- England confirmed Boxing Day changes, ruling Jofra Archer out for the series and bringing in Gus Atkinson, with Jacob Bethell replacing Ollie Pope.