Glenn McGrath, a renowned figure in Australian cricket history, has been removed from his role as a commentator by ABC due to his association with a betting company. The 55-year-old, known for his exceptional career as a fast bowler, notably excelled in the Ashes tournaments over the years.
Having claimed 563 wickets in 124 Test matches for Australia, McGrath was a formidable opponent for England in the Ashes series. Despite his success on the cricket field, ABC has decided not to feature him as a pundit and commentator for the upcoming Ashes series, although he will continue to contribute to the BBC Test Match Special.
ABC confirmed the news, stating that McGrath’s collaboration with Bet365 led to the mutual decision to part ways for this edition of the Ashes. This move follows a similar action taken against former Australian cricketer Mitchell Johnson for the same reason in the past.
McGrath will maintain a significant presence in the BBC’s Ashes coverage, participating in live radio commentary and highlight programs alongside other cricket experts. In his signature style, McGrath boldly predicted a 5-0 victory for Australia in the upcoming series, citing the formidable home team lineup and England’s historical challenges in winning tests in Australia.
The anticipation for the Ashes series is high, with McGrath’s absence from ABC’s commentary team stirring interest among cricket fans.