Archive · 20 Nov 2025
Glenn McGrath Exits ABC Ashes Commentary Over Bet365 Deal
Australian cricket legend Glenn McGrath won't be part of ABC's commentary team for the upcoming Ashes.
His management team told ABC about a deal with Bet365.
Both sides agreed to part ways for this series, but ABC is open to working with him in the future.
Tom Moody will replace McGrath, with Jim Maxwell and Corbin Middlemas leading the team.
Glenn McGrath withdrew from ABC's Ashes commentary team
His management team informed ABC about an upcoming deal with Bet365
ABC and McGrath mutually parted ways for this Ashes series
ABC welcomes McGrath around grounds and future collaborations
Tom Moody replaces McGrath, led by Jim Maxwell and Corbin Middlemas
- Who
- Glenn McGrath
- What
- Withdrew from ABC's Ashes commentary team
- When
- Before the 2025/26 Ashes
- Where
- Australia
- Why
- Due to a deal with Bet365
ABC's Stance
McGrath's Management
Commentary Role
ABC's Stance
Withdrew offer due to Bet365 deal
McGrath's Management
Informed ABC about Bet365 deal
- Commentary Team Lead
- Jim Maxwell and Corbin Middlemas
- McGrath's Replacement
- Tom Moody
- First Test
- Perth, Friday
Sources
Why did Glenn McGrath withdraw from commentary commitments on ABC for the upcoming Ashes 2025/26?
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