Brendon McCullum: News
Brendon Barrie McCullum is a former New Zealand cricketer who captained the national team in all three formats of the game. A wicketkeeper-batsman, McCullum is easily one of the finest to play for the Kiwis. Known for his explosiveness as a batsman, he debuted in ODIs in 2002 and Tests in 2004. The best wicketkeeper to wear the colors of the Black Caps, he decided to stand down from wicketkeeping responsibilities in Tests to concentrate on his batting in 2010. In 2012, McCullum was appointed as the captain during turbulent times in New Zealand cricket. Although he started on a rather low note, under his leadership, the Kiwis became a team to watch out for. In 2014, he became the first Kiwi batsman to score a triple-hundred when he scored a monumental 302 against India in 775 minutes. Described as "brash" by himself, McCullum scored the fastest half-century in the 2015 World Cup and led Kiwis to the final. In 2016, he retired from international cricket and, in his last match, scored the fastest Test century ever. He announced his retirement from all forms of the game in 2019.
Can England bounce back in 3rd Ashes Test? Carey opines
Australia's wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey has said that England's players could benefit from their mid-Ashes trip to Noosa.
'Trained too much': Brendon McCullum on England's defeat in Brisbane
England's head coach, Brendon McCullum, believes the team may have overtrained for the 2nd Test against Australia, which they lost by eight wickets in Brisbane.
Ben Stokes scores England's slowest Test fifty in 'Bazball' era
Albeit in a losing cause, England captain Ben Stokes played a gritty knock in the second Ashes Test against Australia in Brisbane.
England should chase to win 2nd Ashes Test: Michael Vaughan
Former England captain Michael Vaughan has said that his country's best chance of winning the second Test of the Ashes series at The Gabba lies in chasing a total.
'Keep faith': McCullum urges fans to trust England's 'Bazball' approach
After suffering a massive defeat in the Ashes opener in Perth, England head coach Brendon McCullum has urged fans to keep faith in his team's aggressive tactics.
'Keep faith': McCullum urges England fans while backing Zak Crawley
Brendon McCullum, the England head coach, has asked fans to "keep the faith" despite their crushing defeat in Perth.
'Bazball' our blueprint: Brendon McCullum after England's defeat to Australia
England head coach Brendon McCullum has stood by his team's aggressive "Bazball" strategy, despite their eight-wicket defeat to Australia in the 1st Test of the 2025/26 Ashes series.
Ashes: Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum praise match-winner Travis Head
England skipper Ben Stokes admitted that he and his team had been left "shellshocked" by Travis Head's stunning 69-ball century, as Australia won the first Ashes Test at the Perth Stadium inside two days.
Ben Stokes urges England to 'create history' in Ashes 2025
England captain Ben Stokes has urged his team to "create history" by winning the Ashes series in Australia.
'Brendon McCullum sledged me like never before': Usman Khawaja recalls
Australia opener Usman Khawaja has opened up about his first encounter with former New Zealand captain and current England head coa Brendon McCullum.
Listing New Zealand batters with T20I centuries against Australia
New Zealand's rising star Tim Robinson smoked a brilliant century in the opening T20I against Australia at Bay Oval, Tauranga.
Harry Brook named England's vice-captain for Ashes; Will Jacks included
England have announced Harry Brook as the new vice-captain for the impending Ashes series against Australia.
Will England appoint new Test vice-captain ahead of Ashes?
England's cricket coach Brendon McCullum has hinted at a possible change in the vice-captaincy of the Test team ahead of the much-anticipated Ashes series against Australia.
Ben Stokes resumes training ahead of Ashes: Details
England's hopes of winning their first Ashes series in Australia since 2011 have received a major boost with the return of Test captain Ben Stokes to training.
Who owns the highest individual score versus Australia in T20Is?
South African batter Dewald Brevis scripted history with his 41-ball century against Australia in the 2nd T20I.
Presenting New Zealand's biggest Test wins by an innings
New Zealand beat Zimbabwe by an innings and 359 runs in the 2nd Test of their 2025 series in Bulawayo.
'Best five-match Test series I have witnessed': Brendon McCullum
England head coach Brendon McCullum has hailed the recently-concluded England-India Test series as "one of the best" he has ever seen.
How many Tests have England drawn in McCullum-Stokes era? Stats
England have seen a remarkable transformation in Tests since Brendon McCullum became their head coach in 2022.
England cricket team hires All Blacks's mental skills coach: Details
The England cricket team has hired Gilbert Enoka, the former mental skills coach of New Zealand's national rugby team, the All Blacks.
'I am still contracted': Jonny Bairstow eyes England return
Veteran wicketkeeper-batter Jonny Bairstow is still hopeful for a call-up to the England side, despite being ignored for the ongoing Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy.
Will Shoaib Bashir participate in remainder of Lord's Test?
England's off-spinner, Shoaib Bashir, is being monitored for his fitness after sustaining an injury, which puts his participation in the remainder of the ongoing third Test match against India in question.
Jofra Archer raring to go for 'blockbuster' Lord's Test: Details
England cricket team head coach Brendon McCullum believes a "blockbuster" 3rd Test awaits the hosts and India at Lord's, starting July 10.
Brendon McCullum admits toss mistake in Edgbaston Test: Details here
Brendon McCullum, the head coach of the England cricket team, has admitted that they may have erred by opting to bowl first in their second Test against India at Edgbaston.
Tim Southee joins England coaching staff as 'special skills consultant'
Former New Zealand cricketer, Tim Southee, has been appointed as a 'special skills consultant' for the England cricket team.
Tim Southee could be England's next bowling consultant: Details here
England men's cricket team is eyeing Tim Southee as a bowling consultant, according to reports.
IPL: Impact of these three openers on Chennai Super Kings
Over the years, Chennai Super Kings have banked on a star-studded top order in the Indian Premier League.
Harry Brook likely to become England's next T20I captain
In a major development in English cricket, Harry Brook is set to take over the reins as England's T20I captain.
Former Australian pacer Worrall remains unfazed by England call-up speculations
Former Australian cricketer, Dan Worrall, is opting to ignore the incessant speculation of a possible call-up to the England team this Ashes year.
Sam Curran eyes England return through IPL 2025 performances
Chennai Super Kings (CSK) all-rounder Sam Curran is determined to make his England comeback.
Revisiting the iconic IPL 2008 opener between RCB and KKR
The Indian Premier League (IPL), which began in 2008, revolutionized franchise cricket globally.
Will Ben Stokes become England's ODI captain? Rob Key opines
Ben Stokes, the current Test captain of England, is being eyed as a potential replacement for Jos Buttler as the team's 50-over skipper.
Stuart Broad defends 'bazball' training approach amid Alastair Cook's criticism
Former England pacer Stuart Broad has defended the training approach under coach Brendon McCullum and Test captain Ben Stokes.
Ben Stokes could lead England's white-ball team, says Rob Key
England men's cricket managing director Rob Key has hinted that Test skipper Ben Stokes could take over as white-ball captain.
Champions Trophy: Brendon McCullum praises performance of pacer Jofra Archer
In an otherwise difficult Champions Trophy campaign for England, Brendon McCullum did point out the brilliant performance of fast bowler Jofra Archer.
Jos Buttler steps down as England's white-ball captain: Details here
Jos Buttler has resigned as England's white-ball captain after the team's dismal run in the ongoing Champions Trophy 2025.
Champions Trophy, England gear up to face injury-hit Australia: Preview
England and Australia will face-off in match number 4 of the Champions Trophy.
Brendon McCullum defends England's training approach amid injury concerns
England cricket team coach Brendon McCullum has defended the squad's training approach during the visitor's tour of India, citing injury concerns as a significant factor.
'Should be scoring 350' - Kevin Pietersen criticizes England batters
Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has expressed his disappointment over the performance of the English batters on their ongoing tour in India.
Steve Harminson criticizes England's decision to skip training session
Former England cricketer Steve Harminson has slammed the English cricket team for skipping a practice session ahead of a crucial match against India in Cuttack.
Brendon McCullum backs England to beat India in ODI series
England's head coach, Brendon McCullum, is confident his team can defeat India in the upcoming ODI series.
Joe Root credits Brendon McCullum for revolutionizing his batting
England's cricket star Joe Root has thanked head coach Brendon McCullum for changing his batting approach in all formats.
Kevin Pietersen highlights flaw in England's 'bazball' approach
Former England cricketer Kevin Pietersen has spotted a major flaw in England's all-format head coach Brendon McCullum's aggressive strategy.
Buttler praises England's batting depth ahead of India T20I series
Ahead of the upcoming T20I series against India, England cricket team captain, Jos Buttler, has backed his team's batting depth.
Mark Wood makes comeback in England's T20I opener against India
Fast bowler Mark Wood is all set to return to the cricket field in England's first T20I against India in Kolkata on Wednesday.
Brendon McCullum's era as England white-ball coach begins
Brendon McCullum is set to begin his role as England's white-ball head coach in Kolkata on Wednesday.
Presenting the highest partnerships in Bangladesh Premier League history
Dhaka Capitals' opening batters Litton Das and Tanzid Hasan have written their names in the history of men's T20 cricket.
Brendon McCullum faces selection dilemma after Jacob Bethell's impressive debut
England cricket team's head coach, Brendon McCullum, has acknowledged the selection conundrum posed by Jacob Bethell's impressive performance in the recent Test series against New Zealand.
Yashasvi Jaiswal breaks record for most Test sixes (calendar year)
Star Indian opener Yashasvi Jaiswal has set a new world record for the most sixes hit in a calendar year in Test matches.