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Australia vice-captain Gardner glad for cricket's 'escape' after personal turmoil

Global Published 26 October 2026, 14:24 · archived 26 Oct 2026

MELBOURNE: Australia vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner says cricket has provided a welcome escape during a challenging period in her personal ​life, as she thanked teammates for their support ‌following the breakdown of her marriage. Gardner’s marriage broke down earlier in the year, with her former partner Monica Wright criticising the cricketer for ​her relationship with Australia teammate Georgia Voll on social ​media. Cricket Australia knew about the relationship before Wright’s comments ⁠and the governing body backed the all-rounder to continue as ​vice-captain despite scrutiny over her leade...

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