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

14 May 2026 • 12:14 AM MYT
The Independent
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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.

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