McCullum stepped down from the role after England\u2019s recent Test series defeat, bringing an end to a transformative spell that began in 2022. Alongside then-captain Ben Stokes, McCullum oversaw the aggressive \u2018Bazball\u2019 era that revitalised England\u2019s Test side, but a string of disappointing results ultimately led to his exit.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Brook, who made his Test breakthrough under McCullum, admitted the news was difficult to take. \u201cIt was obviously disappointing for me. I think he\u2019s played a massive part in my career. I\u2019ve only ever played under him, and he\u2019s been awesome for me,\u201d Brook told reporters after England\u2019s six-wicket defeat to India in the opening ODI at Edgbaston.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 27-year-old credited McCullum for changing the fortunes of England\u2019s Test side during his tenure. \u201cThe things that he did for the Test side when he first came in, in the last few years, have been phenomenal. He\u2019s going to be missed,\u201d Brook said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
With Ben Stokes having retired from Test cricket in the New Zealand series, Brook has emerged as one of the leading contenders to take over the vacant captaincy. However, the middle order batter refused to be drawn into the discussion, insisting the decision rests entirely with the England and Wales Cricket Board.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The 27-year-old credited McCullum for changing the fortunes of England\u2019s Test side during his tenure. \u201cThe things that he did for the Test side when he first came in, in the last few years, have been phenomenal. He\u2019s going to be missed,\u201d Brook said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Brook is currently leading England\u2019s white-ball side against India in the three-match ODI series, with the visitors taking a 1-0 lead after a six-wicket victory in the opening match at Edgbaston.<\/p>\r\n\r\n