Charlotte Edwards ready to help England rebuild from Ashes humiliation

The former England captain would appear the outstanding candidate to replace Jon Lewis if a coaching change is made, but has previously not wanted the role

Charlotte Edwards has forged a fine coaching career since retiring (PA)

Former captain Charlotte Edwards has suggested she may be interested in taking charge of the ailing England side, stating she is ready to “help and support” the women’s team.

The future of current head coach Jon Lewis is under serious scrutiny after an unprecedented 16-0 Ashes whitewash, coming off the back of a poor showing at last year’s T20 World Cup.

Edwards, who captained her country for 11 years before retiring in 2016, has gone on to forge a successful coaching career at domestic and franchise level and is seen by many as the ideal candidate to lead a revival.

The future of Jon Lewis is in doubt after the 16-0 Ashes whitewash (PA)

The 45-year-old was also touted for the job before Lewis was appointed but ruled herself out of the race.

Things could be different should the job come up for grabs again, though.

Speaking to BBC Sport’s Stumped podcast, Edwards said she felt up to the task if called upon.

“I’m certainly more prepared because of some of the experiences I’ve had in the past few years,” she said.

“They (the England and Wales Cricket Board) have got to ask people within the game what they think. I don’t care who coaches or captains the team, I just want English cricket to get back to where it should be.

“We’ve got to use people who know what’s going on to help. I feel I’m in a position to help and support the ECB in that process.

Charlotte Edwards (right) has proved a successful coach around the world since retiring as a player (PA Archive)

“I’ve got great experience across county level and working in the WBBL, (and) hopefully somebody will pick up the phone and ask what we need to do to get better.”

Edwards guided Mumbai Indians to the inaugural Women’s Premier League title in India and helped Southern Brave to triumph in the women’s Hundred in 2023. She has also done excellent work with the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash and Southern Viperes in English domestic cricket.

Former England head coach Mark Robinson, who oversaw the final days of Edwards’ time as skipper, left his post at Warwickshire on Thursday by mutual consent.

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