Brendon McCullum has been sacked as England Test head coach (Photo: Getty) Brendon McCullum has been sacked as Test head coach following a tumultuous summer for the England cricket team In a statement on Sunday, the ECB said: ‘Brendon McCullum will stand down as England Men’s Test Head Coach but continue to lead the England Men’s White Ball teams. ‘McCullum’s tenure as Test Head Coach will come to an end after four years in charge, having led the England team through one its most exciting and progressive periods in its Test playing history. ‘The process to recruit a new Head Coach for the England Men’s Test team will now begin.’ McCullum himself said: ‘I’ve absolutely loved coaching the Test side and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved together. ‘There’ve been some unbelievable highs and a few tough days along the way, but that’s all part of taking on a challenge like this. ‘It’s been a privilege and an honour, and I’m grateful. Grateful to the players, the staff and the fans who supported us on the journey. ‘Of course I’m gutted not to be continuing, but I respect the decision. My focus now is on giving everything I’ve got to the White Ball teams and helping England keep moving forward. ‘I wish the Test team nothing but success. There’s a hell of a lot of talent in that dressing room and they’re a special bunch of lads. ‘I’ll always be backing the boys, with a smile on my face, and hoping they keep taking the game on. I know they’ll continue to make people proud.’ More to follow… For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.