Charlotte Edwards: England Women's new head coach talks fitness, captaincy and philosophy

Update: 2025-04-02

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The new England Women head coach Charlotte Edwards joins Nasser and Athers on this week's episode of the Sky Sports Cricket Podcast.

Charlotte explains why now is the right time for her to take the role, and gives her thoughts on the criticism the team have received over their fitness following an Ashes drubbing in Australia.

She also pays tribute to outgoing captain Heather Knight, and talks about what her approach will be to coaching the side.

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Charlotte Edwards: England Women's new head coach talks fitness, captaincy and philosophy

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Charlotte Edwards: England Women's new head coach talks fitness, captaincy and philosophy