Brendon McCullum, who has been sacked as head coach of England’s test team, has called the recently concluded five-Test series against India one of the best he has ever been part of. While reflecting on his departure as England’s red-ball coach, Brendon McCullum praised the quality of cricket and said the contest was a fitting advertisement for the longest format.

Brendon McCullum calls it one of the finest Test series

Brendon McCullum said the India-England series stood out because of its quality, intensity and competitiveness. Brendon McCullum admitted England were disappointed with the final outcome but stressed that both teams produced outstanding cricket throughout the five matches.

The former New Zealand captain Brendon McCullum said the series had everything fans expect from Test cricket, with momentum shifting regularly and players from both sides delivering memorable performances. According to Brendon McCullum, it was one of the greatest five-match contests he has witnessed.

Brendon McCullum looks back on England stint with pride

Speaking after stepping down as England’s Test coach, “I was disappointed initially, but at the same time, it’s a results business. We didn’t get the results we wanted, and I’ll wear that. Fundamentally, it was a tap on the shoulder, and you crack on.”

He also added, “I’ve loved my time with the Test team over the past four years. It’s been one of the most enjoyable periods I’ve had in the 20-odd years on the cricketing circuit.”

Brendon McCullum also defended the aggressive “Bazball” approach, saying it was designed to give players confidence and encourage positive cricket rather than reckless batting. Brendon McCullum believes the style changed England’s mindset and helped make the team more entertaining to watch.

Although Brendon McCullum’s time as Test coach has come to an end, Brendon McCullum will continue to work with England’s white-ball side. Brendon McCullum said he remains optimistic about the future of English cricket and wished the next Test coach every success.