To unburden his captain Jos Buttler and unlock his vast potential, Brendon McCullum has alleviated him of keeping wickets.

England to play three ODIs and five T20s on white-ball tour of India this January and February before next months ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan

Brendon McCullum 's era as England's white-ball head coach gets underway in Kolkata on Wednesday, with a promise to carry over his Test team's focus on aggression and entertainment, both in their upcoming series against India and on into the Champions Trophy, and a faith that captain Jos Buttler' s "best years are yet to come".

Buttler emphasised that he was unfazed by the busy cricket calendar and was eager to take on the challenge of playing against India, a top side in their home conditions. With the Champions Trophy scheduled for February 19,

England's head coach Brendon McCullum embarks on a new era, emphasizing entertainment and success as he takes charge of the white-ball teams against India. With a strong bond with skipper Jos Buttler,

England begin their white-ball era under Brendon McCullum in a Twenty20 series against India beginning in Kolkata on Wednesday with the coach promising the same attacking brand of cricket that has been the hallmark of his coaching.

Visitors are all set to take on India during their white-ball tour which will commence on Wednesday, January 22. The 20-over leg will be followed by three One-Day Internationals (ODIs). In the same vein,