Mike Hussey Open to England Batting Coach Role for Ashes
· Sports · Times of India, Sportstar, Al Jazeera
Mike Hussey said he is open to helping England with their batting in the 2027 Ashes after England head coach Stephen Fleming approached him. Fleming, who became England's Test coach in July 2026, and Hussey have worked together for 15 years with the Chennai Super Kings franchise. Hussey told Fox Sports News, quoted by Reuters, that he would not reject the idea but needs to consider family commitments and the seriousness of the approach. He recalled his stint as England's batting consultant during their 2022 T20 World Cup win and noted it would feel strange to coach England against Australia. Hussey emphasized his love for coaching players of any nationality and said he will decide after further discussion.
Why it matters
England's batting could benefit from Hussey's experience, potentially influencing the outcome of the high‑profile Ashes series. The move also highlights the cross‑national coaching ties that can affect team dynamics for both England and Australia.
Read the original report — Times of India
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