"I know this will be a major disappointment to many fans of both Hampshire and Shane but, after much discussion and soul-searching, it has become clear to both of us that Shane can no longer make the commitment required to continue to lead Hampshire, " he said.
Again, it's understandable that a team would want its players to be as fit as possible, but under the current regime, no one from David Boon to Merv Hughes to Shane Warne would have earned a game for Australia.