Former captain George Bailey replaces Trevor Hohns as Australia's chief selector

Former Australia captain George Bailey has been appointed as the new chairman of the Australia's selection panel. Bailey replaces Trevor Hohns in the role.

Former Australia captain George Bailey has been appointed chair of the National Selection Panel, replacing Trevor Hohns who is retiring after two successful stints, Cricket Australia (CA) confirmed on Sunday. Bailey, who represented Australia in 125 matches, joined the panel in February last year and takes over as chief selector before this year's T20 World Cup, a home Ashes series against England as well as away tours to the sub-continent.