James Taylor Stepped down as ECB Head Scout

James Taylor Stepped down as ECB Head Scout

After losing the Ashes, the England team’s management sensed a wind of change. Captain Joe Root and cricket director Ashley Giles quit when head coach Silverwood was fired. The England and Wales Cricket Board has stated that James Taylor has resigned from his position as Head Scout of the ECB (ECB).

James Taylor, a former England batsman, was forced to retire in 2016 at the age of 26 due to a heart attack. He joined the ECB as Chief Scout in 2016. After four years of service, James Taylor resigned his position. The former cricketer was also a member of the England team’s selection committee.

Rob Key was appointed managing director of the ECB following the Ashes debacle. With the responsibilities came a shift in England’s team management. James Taylor has resigned in response.

Former batsman Ian Bell might replace Taylor, who has been working as a scout and a selector. However, the top scout is merely intended to serve as a selection.

Taylor stated, “I am quite happy to have served as a selector for three years.” Serving as the lead scout was also a rewarding experience for me.

Rob Key congratulated James Taylor, saying, “James Taylor has given English cricket some fantastic moments. Both the athletes and the administration have performed really well. He will hopefully do better in the future.”

Taylor, who played six Tests and 27 ODIs for England, was forced to retire at age 26 in 2016 due to a heart attack. Despite his short international career, he has played 139 first-class cricket matches.