Andrew Flintoff is keen to coach England
Former England captain, Andrew Flintoff might have taken retirement, but the all-rounder still has big dreams of representing his country. Flintoff, one of the greatest all-rounders of all-time, wants to be the next coach of England. Flintoff is keen on replacing Trevor Bayliss as the Three Lions' coach after the Ashes series in 2019. Here's more.
Flintoff reveals his dream on his podcast
"I'm talking with my heart, yes (I'll apply), I want to do it, if they want me to do it, I'll do it. We spoke about it and I was serious, but I had to think if I'd be better than the person they're choosing."
Bayliss's tenure to end in 2019
The post of England's head coach is expected to be vacant in 2019 as current coach, Trevor Bayliss will step down from his post after Ashes. Bayliss was appointed the coach in 2015 and under him, England has played 38 Tests winning 15 and losing 18. Flintoff, who was one of the heroes of 2005 Ashes series, hopes he can better that record.
Not the first time he has revealed his desire
Flintoff revealed that this is not the first time he has thrown his hat into the ring. In 2014, the 40-year-old had applied for the job but was overlooked in favor of Peter Moore, who was re-appointed for the top job. He also admitted writing emails to the ECB, however, the board chose not to reply to his messages.
Flintoff wants to focus on mental aspect
Flintoff, who is a 79 Test veteran, believes it is very much important to focus on the mental aspect of the game rather than just focus on the technical skills. "A coach's job now is to get players feeling the best they can be to perform, as a coach or mentor, that'd be my greatest asset," he concluded.
