Ashley Giles steps down as England managing director after Ashes debacle

Ashley Giles has become the first senior member of staff to lose their job following the Ashes debacle where England were humbled 4-0 by Australia Down Under

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Ashley Giles has stepped down from his role of managing director of England men’s cricket following the Ashes debacle.

Giles will be replaced on an interim basis by former international teammate Andrew Strauss, who has been tasked with ‘putting in place arrangements’ for the upcoming Test tour of the West Indies.

England coach Chris Silverwood is also expected to be axed, but is not mentioned in a lengthy statement from the ECB.

ECB chief Tom Harrison said: “I’m extremely grateful to Ashley for his commitment and contribution to England men’s cricket over the last three years.

“Under his leadership the teams have scored some notable results, most memorably the dramatic victory in the 2019 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, while dealing with some of the most challenging times English cricket has ever been through.

“He’s highly respected throughout the game and has made a huge contribution to the ECB and England Men’s cricket.

“Off the back of a disappointing men’s Ashes this winter we must ensure we put in place the conditions across our game to enable our Test team to succeed.”

GIles, who played 54 Tests for England as a spin bowler, added: “I’d like to thank everyone for the support they’ve given me, particularly all the staff and the players, as well as the Board for giving me this opportunity.

“The past couple of years have been incredibly challenging and I’m proud of what we’ve been able to deliver in the toughest of circumstances. This has undoubtedly protected the future of the game in England and Wales

“Despite these challenges, over the past three years, we have become 50-over World Champions, the top ranked T20I side in the world, we remain 4th ranked Test team and our under 19s have just reached the World Cup final for the first time in 24 years. I wish all our players and staff great success for the future.

“I’m now looking forward to spending some time with my family before looking at the next challenge.”