Justin Langer joins Channel Seven's commentary team

Perth: Former Australian men's coach Justin Langer will join Channel Seven's commentary team for the upcoming home summer of cricket.

The 51-year-old wanted to continue coaching Australia's men's team long-term, but was only offered a six-month contract extension in February after relationships with players and staff had become strained over the previous 15 months.

Instead of accepting the short-term extension, Langer chose to step down as national coach. Following his resignation, there was speculation on whether he would take up a coaching role in England or with any team in the Big Bash League.

Eventually, Langer's move was announced on Friday after being widely expected when he withdrew from the opportunity to coach Hobart Hurricanes in the BBL, an ESPNcricinfo report said.

The 51-year-old wanted to continue coaching Australia's men's team long-term, but was only offered a six-month contract extension in February after relationships with players and staff had become strained over the previous 15 months.

Instead of accepting the short-term extension, Langer chose to step down as national coach. Following his resignation, there was speculation on whether he would take up a coaching role in England or with any team in the Big Bash League.

Eventually, Langer's move was announced on Friday after being widely expected when he withdrew from the opportunity to coach Hobart Hurricanes in the BBL, an ESPNcricinfo report said.

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