Hussain\u2019s comments come in the wake of Jos Buttler stepping down from the role following England\u2019s disappointing group-stage exit in the ICC Champions Trophy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Buttler, who succeeded Eoin Morgan in 2022, endured a tough stint as skipper, losing 22 of his 34 ODIs as permanent captain. England\u2019s struggle in white-ball cricket have been evident, with their early exit in the Champions Trophy following a group-stage elimination in the 2023 ODI World Cup and an unconvincing semi-final run in the 2024 T20 World Cup.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Brook, a rising star in England\u2019s batting lineup, is viewed as the natural successor. Hussain believes that if England sees him as the future captain, they should hand him the responsibility immediately rather than delaying the decision.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHarry Brook is the obvious candidate to take over. He did it at the end of the summer against Australia,\u201d Hussain told Sky Sports. \u201cWith the amount of important cricket coming up for England, you have to ask whether you want to put that pressure on a young man who has an India series at home, an Ashes away, and then a T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Or do you go with a stopgap option like James Vince, Sam Billings, or Lewis Gregory\u2014experienced domestic and franchise captains?\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Despite concerns about the workload, Hussain remains firm that England should look forward rather than opting for a short-term solution.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cI think England don\u2019t look back; they look forward. If they think Brook is the next captain, they should go to him as soon as possible so he can start learning. But obviously, the caveat is that it will put a lot on his plate.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hussain also weighed in on Buttler\u2019s decision to step down, acknowledging the emotional toll it takes on a captain to relinquish their position. He emphasised that Buttler now has the opportunity to focus on regaining his best form, which has suffered since he took over the leadership role.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt\u2019s always very sad when an England captain has to step down, and you could see how emotional Jos was walking out. It\u2019s the best job in the world until you have to give it away, and that moment really hurts,\u201d Hussain said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Hussain also weighed in on Buttler\u2019s decision to step down, acknowledging the emotional toll it takes on a captain to relinquish their position. He emphasised that Buttler now has the opportunity to focus on regaining his best form, which has suffered since he took over the leadership role.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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