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Fleming outlines England Test coaching priorities

County coaches and former players feature in his development plans.

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Added 20 October 2026 · Source published 20 October 2026

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Stephen Fleming wants England’s Test coaching programme to draw on county coaches and former players. In ICC’s report, he also discusses how seam-friendly pitches can change the balance between pace and spin. His first assignment as England Test head coach is a three-match South Africa tour, beginning in Johannesburg on 17 December. The remaining Tests are scheduled for Centurion from 26 December and Cape Town from 3 January 2027.

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