# Australia turn to Hussey ahead of Ashes after batting slump

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/australia-turn-to-hussey-ahead-of-ashes-after-batting-slump/
- Published: 2026-11-06T05:20:01+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-06T06:23:17+00:00
- Original publisher: CNA (publisher lean: Centre)
- Original article: https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/australia-turn-hussey-ahead-ashes-after-batting-slump-6530251
- Topics: World

## Key points

- Mike Hussey returns to Australia’s coaching staff as a long-term consultant.
- The appointment follows defeats by South Africa and Bangladesh.
- His work will span the Ashes, World Cup and Olympic preparations.

## Summary

Australia have appointed former batter Mike Hussey as a long-term consultant coach to address weaknesses in their batting ahead of a demanding run of fixtures, including next year’s Ashes in England. The move follows a decline in their Test form and comes as Pat Cummins’ side face scrutiny after two unexpected series defeats.

Hussey’s role will also cover next year’s 50-over World Cup and an advisory position for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics and the following T20 World Cup. He will start during Australia’s T20 series against England from 21 November and help prepare for the home Test series against New Zealand; he has played 302 matches for Australia and previously coached England’s 2022 T20 World Cup-winning side.

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