A key ally of former Australian cricket coach Justin Langer has reportedly quit his position.
Gavin Dovey, the long-time team manager of the Australian men’s team, has resigned effective immediately, according to Fox Sports.
Dovey has been in the position for more than a decade, having succeeded Steve Bernard in 2011.
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He made headlines last year when he was involved in a heated exchange with a Cricket Australia staff member during the team’s tour of Bangladesh.
Dovey was reported to have confronted a cricket.com.au video journalist after footage was posted of Bangladesh players singing their team song after defeating Australia.
Langer quit as national coach earlier this month.
Dovey’s departure continues a wholesale cleanout in Australian cricket, with the Test captain (Tim Paine), coach (Langer) and chairman (Earl Eddings) having all departed since October.
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