Fleming was appointed as England’s Test coach in July after leaving his long-running position with Chennai Super Kings. However, he did not take the charge during England’s recent Test series against Pakistan, with Marcus Trescothick leading the side in his absence. Earlier, Roadblock for Brydon Carse as Brendon McCullum echoes Kevin Pietersen's words.
Fleming had asked to join the England setup late so he could spend some time with his family. Despite not being physically present, the former CSK head coach remained involved during the Pakistan series and was in regular contact with Root and Trescothick, including discussions around team selection, as reported by The Guardian.
Fleming set for commentary role during India’s New Zealand tour
This series is really important, as both teams are fighting for a place in the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final at The Oval next year. Fleming will be part of the commentary team for the India series after being assigned duties by Sky New Zealand.
McCullum had to give up his radio role after taking the England job. Fleming is likely to spend most of his time in New Zealand when England is not preparing for a Test series. His first series as head coach will come against South Africa in December and January. Amid this, Brendon McCullum reveals Kevin Pietersen’s reaction to England return.
Stephen Fleming set to join England camp as Brendon McCullum confirms his plan
He will now spend time with Brendon McCullum in Manchester during England’s third T20I against Sri Lanka. The former New Zealand captain faces a busy first few months with England. The team will play a tri-series in Pakistan from October 22, followed by limited-overs matches in Australia before Fleming begins his first Test assignment against South Africa in December.
McCullum said of Fleming at the Utilita Bowl: “He was on the M1 this morning. He was driving around the country, making sure he caught up with a few people around the county scene and down at Loughbrough as well, and getting around, trying to get his feet under the desk. He'll do that pretty quickly and join up with us in Manchester, and we'll have a good chance to work through a few things.”
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