But in most countries the governing body works with the professional game and I'm convinced that we have to work together.

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The Premier League, governing body of England's top soccer division, and the Professional Footballers' Association, the trade union for all professional players in England and Wales, were immediately unavailable for comment.

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"A break from professional cricket will hopefully give me a clear mind, " said Tait in a statement issued by governing body Cricket Australia.

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