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Former England and Kent batter Rob Key has been named the managing director of England men’s cricket.
Key takes on the role from Andrew Strauss, who had stepped in on an interim basis following the sacking of Ashley Giles in February.
Giles’ departure from the job – which he had taken up in December 2018 – followed England’s 4-0 Ashes defeat in Australia.
“It is an absolute honour to take up this role,” Key said.
“The chance to have an impact and make a difference is an opportunity given to very few and I will give it everything I have to try to shape the next great era of English men’s cricket.”
He will start immediately, and give up his commentary role with Sky Sports.
In addition to his broadcasting work, Key been involved with cricket administration since his retirement in 2016. Among his roles, he has been a member of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) Performance Cricket Committee.
He comes in at a time when England are…
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