Three former captains in the frame to lead English cricket . Paul Downton was sacked as managing director on Wednesday . Michael Vaughan has emerged as a leading candidate for the role . The ECB is also considering appointing an interim chief executive after its current one leaves at the end of this season, but it will not be until next year that any decision can be made. Andrew Strauss is also well respected within the game of cricket .
Three former captains in the frame to lead English cricket . Paul Downton was sacked as managing director on Wednesday . Michael Vaughan has emerged as a leading candidate for the role . Alec Stewart said he would consider taking up the position . Andrew Strauss is also well respected within the game of cricket .