ECB Discontinues Rooney Rule in National Team Coach Recruitment

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has stopped applying the Rooney Rule in hiring coaches for national men's, women's, and disabled cricket teams, stating that its recruitment process has evolved. Introduced in 2018, the Rooney Rule required interviewing at least one ethnic minority candidate for coaching roles. The ECB now focuses on strengthening the coaching pathway and increasing diversity through development rather than routine application of the rule. Recent appointments, including those in 2024 and beyond, have not always adhered to the Rooney Rule, and processes are tailored to each role's needs. The ECB remains committed to enhancing diversity and representation in cricket through funding bursaries and targeted recruitment efforts.