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Heather Knight sacked: How will England captain's era be defined and who may replace her?

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Heather Knight was sacked as England captain on Saturday after a 16 -0 Ashes defeat.

England have until 21 May to appoint a new coach and captain.

Charlotte Edwards is a candidate to become the next coach and Knight will likely return to the batting ranks.

Clare Connor is the current managing director of women's cricket and will oversee the process.

Nat Sciver-Brunt seems the most likely successor to Knight .

England imploded under her leadership during the Commonwealth Games when Knight was injured.

Amy Jones is another who has deputised for Knight in the past but admitted the role did not come naturally to her.

Sophie Ecclestone , the world's best bowler, is another outside contender.

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