England have been told that Justin Langer "would be a great fit" as coach if they "want someone who can be hard-nosed and all about fitness".
Langer quit as Australia 's head coach following his side's comprehensive 4-0 win over England in the Ashes, citing a lack of support from senior players, support staff and the board as the reason behind his decision. And the 51-year-old is reportedly open to the prospect of coaching England.
Mick Lewis, a former teammate of Langer with Australia and Victoria, believes he would be an ideal appointment for England. Lewis, who is now working in county cricket as Essex's bowling coach, told the i : "It depends on what England want.