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Why so few English coaches?

Stephen Fleming's comments highlight a long-standing issue in English cricket. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has faced scrutiny for failing to develop a diverse pipeline of coaches, particularly from ethnic minority backgrounds. This has led to a reliance on overseas talent, despite calls for greater investment in homegrown expertise.

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