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    Lehmann England’s next coach?

    By Will 2 years ago, at the end of November Leave a comment on this post

    Darren Gough is a bit of a rumour merchant, but he does know Darren Lehmann pretty well. And last night, Gough said Lehmann was a “strong rumour” to replace Duncan Fletcher as England coach. Thanks to Rod:

    The old boy stories continue with the news of an on-stage interview with Darren Gough last night, at the Adelaide pre-Test dinner. The former England bowler said that Darren Lehmann, the South Australian skipper, was a ’strong rumour’ as the next England coach after Duncan Fletcher. Whether it was a blast at the current coach is unknown, but Gough said: “He teaches enjoyment to the players… his knowledge is second-to-none, especially of the England players after playing in the country for so long.”

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    5 Responses to “Lehmann England’s next coach?”

  • Tom wrote:
    November 30th, 2006 at 8.28 am

    Wow, three posts in half an hour.

    I’d be surprised if Fletcher kept his job if England performs poorly at the World Cup, and in this series. However I doubt Lehmann would replace him - he’s still playing, and holds prominant positions, in state and county cricket. At any rate you’d expect him to undertake some sort of ‘apprenticeship’ before entering the international stage.

  • liam wrote:
    November 30th, 2006 at 11.47 am

    I think Lehmann would be an exceptional coach however I do agree with Tom’s comments regarding his present playing and administrative committments and his lack of experience.

  • Ollie wrote:
    November 30th, 2006 at 12.41 pm

    There are rumblings that Greg Chappell might be surplus to requirements in India soon, so perhaps we could have him?

  • liam wrote:
    November 30th, 2006 at 12.42 pm

    he doesn’t seem to have done much for India. I’m a little sceptical about his abilities. Personally I’m hoping Australian get Bennett King or Terry Oliver. Former QLD coaches with outstanding domestic credentials.

  • Steven Davies-Morris wrote:
    December 1st, 2006 at 6.34 pm

    I’m not in any hurry to see Fletcher ride off into the sunset. However, Lehmann would be a very interesting candidate IMO. His credentials as a quality all-rounder and captain are strong. Definitely a name worth considering.

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