England coach Brendon McCullum praises ‘tough lad’ Harry Brook’s response to NZ controversy

February 4, 2026 4:36 PM

England coach Brendon McCullum praises ‘tough lad’ Harry Brook’s response to NZ controversy

England head coach Brendon McCullum is impressed with white-ball captain Harry Brook for his deft handling of a recent controversy and leading the team to a series victory in Sri Lanka ahead of their campaign in the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup. Brook has been in the eye of a storm since news emerged of his altercation with a nightclub bouncer in New Zealand late last year. The 26-year-old apologised last month for the October 31 incident, which he felt caused embarrassment to him and his team. ...

‘Buzzing’ Archer in the selection frame for third test vs India, says McCullum

July 8, 2025 12:01 PM

‘Buzzing’ Archer in the selection frame for third test vs India, says McCullum

Jofra Archer is fit and ready to go if called upon for England's third test against India, coach Brendon McCullum said, as the injury-plagued fast bowler edges closer to a return in the longest format. Archer has taken 42 wickets in 13 tests but has not played in the format since February 2021 after a succession of elbow injuries and back issues sidelined him for long periods. The 30-year-old was added to the squad for the second test at Edgbaston but did not make the starting side as England ...