Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Rory Dollard

Female trailblazer Sarah Taylor joins England men’s coaching setup for New Zealand series

  • Former England wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor has been appointed as the fielding coach for the men's national side for the upcoming Test series against New Zealand.
  • This groundbreaking role makes Taylor the most senior female coaching appointment for a major England men's team.
  • Taylor, a 2017 World Cup winner, has a history of breaking barriers, including coaching Sussex and being the first woman to play first-grade cricket in Australia.
  • Rob Key, managing director of men's cricket, highly praised her work with the Lions, stating she is "one of the best in the business".
  • Her appointment reflects a growing trend of women taking on high-profile coaching roles in men's professional sports.

IN FULL

Sarah Taylor named fielding coach for England’s men’s side in watershed moment

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.