Simon Jones: Ex-England star joins calls for Glamorgan changes

Ex-England fast bowler Simon Jones has joined the calls for change at his former county Glamorgan.

The Welsh side have endured some lean spells in recent years, with head coach Matthew Maynard and chief executive Hugh Morris both leaving this season.

Former wicketkeeper Tom Cullen accused Glamorgan of "cronyism" and criticised the county's appointments of ex-players such as Maynard, Morris and director of cricket Mark Wallace to key roles.

Jones also wants change at Glamorgan.

"It's a tough read," the 2005 Ashes star said in reference to Cullen's exclusive interview with BBC Sport Wales.

Speaking to BBC Radio Wales Breakfast, Jones added: "From when I started back in 1996 - I know that's a long time ago - I've seen the club change a heck of a lot and, for me, I don't think it's for the better.

"There are some big changes needed and they need to be done as quickly as possible to get Glamorgan back on track."

Jones spent more than a decade at Glamorgan during a career in which he made 26 Test and One-Day International appearances for England.

The 44-year-old is best known for his starring role in England's epic 2005 Ashes series win over Australia.

Jones' call for changes at Glamorgan comes at a time of upheaval for the county, who are looking for a new coach and chief executive after another disappointing season.

They missed out on promotion again in Division Two of the County Championship, while they failed to reach the knockout stages of the One-Day Cup and T20 Blast.

In a wide-ranging interview last month, Cullen made several strong claims against Glamorgan, including a "cliquey" and "cosy" environment, the "enabling of a drinking culture" and acceptance of "mediocrity year after year".