Brook backs McCullum to carry on as England coach despite T20 World Cup exit

After England's T20 World Cup exit, Brendon McCullum says he would "love to carry on" as head coach. He also insists that his players' on- and off-field challenges this winter, including their disappointing Ashes performance, will make them stronger in the long run. After England's thrilling semi-final loss to India at the Wankhede, McCullum praised the "identity" that Harry Brook had brought to the white-ball set-up since taking over as captain last year and said he was "incredibly proud" of his players, who stayed in contention for a 254-run chase thanks to Jacob Bethell's maiden T20I hundred. However, he acknowledged that mistakes had been made during a "challenging" six months, particularly in response to questions about the team's drinking culture during their 4-1 Ashes loss, when McCullum acknowledged that England had abandoned their attacking ethos. Yes, it has been hectic, hasn't it? Sky Sports heard from McCullum. "There has been a lot happening in different formats, but I think the white-ball team has been great since the Ashes. Under Brookie's captaincy, we've played some good cricket and the team has a real identity. The ECB announced a "thorough" review of their men's teams in January, which can now begin in earnest with the squads not due to reconvene again until the Test series against New Zealand in June. Despite the fact that McCullum is contracted as England's all-formats coach until the end of 2027, which includes the next 50-over World Cup and that summer's home Ashes, McCullum is not free to leave. Even though his tenure began with a bang in the summer of 2022 against the same opponents, England hasn't been able to win a home or away Test series against either India or Australia. McCullum stated, "Look, I love the job." "I think it's a fantastic position. Naturally, there are obstacles along the way, but that's just how it is. Over the past few years, I think we've done some really cool things, but the side still has so much room for improvement across all formats. He continued, "And I would love to continue." "We'll see what happens in the next few days. For the time being, after being on the road for some time, it's just about getting home, watching some fast horses and playing some shocking golf, and taking some time to think. "As you always do, whether you're a player, a captain, or a coach, you try, try again, and then objectively look at what is working, what isn't working, and what you need to make sure you try to fix," Brook reiterated his support for McCullum, stating that he should "125 percent" remain in the role following England's seven-run defeat. Brook stated, "He's the best head coach I've ever had." "The way he interacts with everyone and projects an aura in the dressing room. He has just carried over the unbelievable things he did as a player into his coaching. Over the course of four years, the things he has done have changed English cricket, hopefully for the better."