Overview
- The ABC said it had mutually parted ways with McGrath for this Ashes series, pointing to its rule barring commercial ties to betting agencies.
- Reports say McGrath’s links involve a bet365 partnership, including a summer brand campaign that also features Ricky Ponting and the company’s support of the McGrath Foundation Pink Test.
- Industry reporting indicates former Australia all-rounder Tom Moody will step in for the Perth Test.
- A source close to McGrath says his camp informed the ABC about the commercial arrangement about a month ago.
- PerthNow reports McGrath will still contribute to the BBC’s coverage, and the ABC’s stance mirrors earlier 2022 decisions involving Mitchell Johnson and Brendan Goddard.