McCullum apologises as England fall short in marquee Test series

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England Test coach Brendon McCullum has publicly apologised for his team's performances in high-profile series, admitting they simply were not good enough. McCullum acknowledged that results against India and Australia have come to define his tenure as head coach of the England Test side. The former New Zealand captain took responsibility for the team's shortcomings in these marquee fixtures. His admission marks a candid reflection on England's inability to perform consistently against top-ranked opposition during his coaching stint.

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