Ashleigh Gardner addresses cheating claims and affirms vice-captaincy
Australia women’s vice-captain Ashleigh Gardner broke her silence, apologising to ex-wife Monica Wright and confirming she will stay in her leadership role.
After a period of silence, Australian cricketer Ashleigh Gardner used Instagram Stories to respond to allegations made by her estranged wife, Monica Wright, that Gardner had been unfaithful with teammate Georgia Voll during the 2025 Women’s World Cup in India. Gardner thanked Cricket Australia for backing her continued role as vice-captain and promised to lead the team effectively in the upcoming season. She also offered an apology to Wright for the pain caused and asked for privacy for all parties.
Wright had publicly called for Gardner’s removal from the vice-captaincy and criticized Cricket Australia’s handling of the issue. Cricket Australia reiterated that the situation is a personal matter and that its Respect at Work policy governs any professional relationships. Gardner’s domestic franchise, the Sydney Sixers, has also voiced support for her amid the controversy.
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The story shows how personal disputes can affect leadership roles and public perception in elite sport.
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