Mike Hussey, the former Australian batting standout, has publicly confirmed that he was recently contacted about a possible coaching position within the England men's Test cricket setup. According to Hussey, the inquiry was initiated by Stephen Fleming, who has been appointed as the new head coach for England’s red-ball format.

While the nature of the conversation was described as informal, the news has drawn attention due to the high-profile nature of the Ashes rivalry between Australia and England. Hussey, who had a distinguished career playing for Australia, did not confirm whether he would pursue the role or if a formal offer had been extended. The report highlights the ongoing efforts by the England and Wales Cricket Board to bolster their coaching staff following recent leadership changes in their Test program.

There is currently no indication from the England Cricket Board regarding the specific scope of the role discussed, nor has there been a public response from Cricket Australia regarding the potential recruitment of a former national player into a rival coaching staff. As of now, the situation remains in the preliminary stages of discussion, with no official contract or commitment reported by either party.