Tim Paine quits as Australia’s Test captain after a sexting scandal.

Tim Paine quits as Australia’s Test captain after a sexting scandal.- Tim Paine abruptly resigned as Australia’s Test cricket captain on Friday. Citing an inappropriate “private text interaction” with a former colleague as the reason.

After being embroiled in a’sexting’ scandal. Tim Paine, 36, has resigned as Australia’s Test captain. According to cricket.com.au, Paine announced his resignation at a news conference in Hobart on Friday afternoon.

Paine abruptly resigned as Australia’s Test cricket captain. Citing an inappropriate “private text interaction” with a former colleague as the reason. In March 2018, Paine was named the 46th Australian Test captain.

“I announced today that I will step down as captain of the Australian men’s test team. It’s a difficult choice, but it’s the best one for me, my family, and cricket “According to cricket.com.au, Paine said in a statement.

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Tim Paine quits after a sexting scandal

“Nearly four years ago, I was involved in a text exchange with a then-colleague as a background on my decision. The exchange was the subject of a thorough CA Integrity Unit investigation at the time, which I completely cooperated with and engaged in openly.

“Similarly, Both that investigation and a Cricket Tasmania HR investigation.”

At the time, I spoke with my wife and family, and I am grateful for their forgiveness and support. We assumed that the crisis was over and that I could return to focusing solely on the team, as I had done for the previous three or four years.

My actions in 2017 did not meet the standard of an Australian cricket captain or the greater community, on reflection.

Tim Paine quits as Australia’s Test captain

I am deeply sorry for the distress and pain I have caused my wife, family, and the other individual. Apologized for any damage to our sport’s reputation that this has caused.

“In addition, Also believe that stepping down as captain, effective immediately, is the proper move.” I don’t want this to become an unwelcome distraction for the team before the crucial Ashes Series.

“I’ve enjoyed my time as the Australian cricket team’s captain. Leading the Australian men’s test team has been the biggest honor of my sports career.

“To them, I ask for their understanding and forgiveness. To Australian cricket fans I’m deeply sorry that my past behaviour has impacted our game on the eve of the Ashes. For the disappointment I have caused to fans and the entire cricket community, I apologise.

They’ve always stood by me and been my most devoted supporters, and I’m grateful for their help.

“I will remain a dedicated part of the Australian cricket squad and eagerly anticipate what will be a historic Ashes tour.”

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