England last won the women's Ashes 11 years ago, and last won a trophy under Heather Knight's captaincy when they clinched the 2017 ODI World Cup on home soil.

Former England men's international Jon Lewis has been appointed as the new coach of the England women's team, it was announced Friday.

Former opener Marcus Trescothick has been appointed England's new batting coach, while Jon Lewis and Jeetan Patel have been named as fast and spin bowling coaches respectively.

England bowling coach Jon Lewis on Monday defended his batsmen's approach in the post-tea session on the fourth day of the opening Test against India, saying accelerating wasn't easy on a "tricky" Chepauk pitch.