Darren Gough, the former England pacer, has raised concerns over Brendon McCullum's continued role as head coach of the England cricket team following their disappointing 4-1 defeat in the 2025/26 Ashes series in Australia. Gough stated that McCullum is 'very lucky' to remain in charge, especially after such a poor result. He noted that while he enjoys the attacking style of play under McCullum, there is a pressing need for more discipline and toughness in the team's approach. As England prepares for their upcoming home series against New Zealand, Gough's comments suggest that the team must adapt to improve their performance. Additionally, Gough expressed his disappointment at not being selected as England's national selector, a position that went to former Australian cricketer Marcus North. He believes that his extensive experience in English cricket could have contributed positively to the team's management. Gough emphasized that he has matured over the years and could have effectively challenged the current management in the right areas.