Pat Cummins has described Justin Langer as a legend who possesses a fierce love for Australia and rubbished speculation that the former test opening batter’s intense approach to cricket paved the way for his contentious departure as head coach. Cummins, who took over as Australia’s Test captain before the recent Ashes series against England, was criticized by some high-profile former players for not publicly backing Langer ahead of the coach’s contract negotiations with the board last Friday.
Here is Pat Cummins’ full statement on Justin Langer’s resignation.#Australia #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/edk2h1ohGH
— Sportskeeda (@Sportskeeda) February 9, 2022
T20 World Cup winning captain Aaron Finch has backed Pat Cummins call for a more collaborative Australian coach following Justin Langer’s shock resignation. https://t.co/gYFVWBIl78 @7cricket #7NEWS pic.twitter.com/5UKyw2cDci
— 7NEWS Adelaide (@7NewsAdelaide) February 10, 2022