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| CREDIT: BCCI The new chairman of the selectors of the Australian Men's Team has been chosen and George Bailey has been successful. He will be replacing Trevor Hohns. Bailey has played for Australia 125 times, decided to join the panel in 2019 and is now in the top job just before teams are selected for the T20 World Cup and the Ashes. Hohns served for 21 years, 16 of which were as chairman. He did this over two periods, 1991-2005 and 2016-2021. Bailey has said, "Firstly, I would like to thank Trevor for his incredible work which has helped shape the success of Australian cricket over a long period, including during my days as a player and captain." "In what can be a challenging job Trevor has always been calm, consistent and approachable. Similarly to his journey, he has made my transition from player to selector as smooth as possible. There is a lot I will take from Trevor's style and very much look forward to the journey ahead." Hohns first became chairman in 1995, and up until 2005, he had a bout of success. He stepped down in 2005 after the Ashes defeat but was back come 2016. He has said, "The game has been great to me and I have loved every minute of it, from the good times to the bad. I have been extremely fortunate to be involved with some of the greatest Australian teams of all time and many of the best players to have played the game." "The successes of the side over the years have been great but I remember my time just as much for the wonderful people you work with and those you meet along the way. It has been an amazing journey for me, but all things come to an end. I am happy with my decision." Cricket Australia's head of national teams, Ben Oliver, has paid tribute to Hohns' longtime service to the game. "The impact Trevor has had on Australian Cricket has been unparalleled over a long period of time. For someone to have played such an integral part in so many incredible eras is a feat few, if any, ever achieve." "The role of national selector is one of the most scrutinised in Australian sport and Trevor has performed it with great strength, judgement and humility. We will miss his experience but respect his decision to take a step back from the game and are grateful for his stewardship." "George is a highly respected leader who is now well established on the NSP alongside Justin as the head coach. He has brought recent playing experience with a deep understanding of the game, an open and collaborative style and a desire to keep improving the selection function." Oliver has also stated a third panel member will be selected within the coming months. |
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