England Women's Cricket Undergoes Leadership Overhaul After Ashes Whitewash

Jon Lewis has been dismissed as head coach, and Heather Knight has stepped down as captain following a 16-0 Ashes defeat to Australia.

Jon Lewis was removed as England Women's head coach after a comprehensive review by the ECB, citing poor results in the T20 World Cup and Ashes series.
Heather Knight resigned as captain a day after Lewis's dismissal, signaling a complete leadership reset for the team.
During his tenure, Lewis achieved bilateral success, including eight consecutive ODI series wins, but failed to secure any major tournament victories.
The ECB is actively searching for a new head coach, with Charlotte Edwards emerging as a leading candidate for the role.
England faces a demanding schedule with a 50-over World Cup in India later this year and a T20 World Cup in 2026, necessitating swift leadership appointments and team rebuilding.