Ex-cricketer Stuart MacGill hit with AVO

Former cricketer Stuart MacGill has been served with a provisional AVO for the protection of his partner, Julie Singleton.

The order, which was lodged with a Sydney court on Boxing Day, prohibits MacGill from approaching or contacting Ms Singleton unless through a lawyer.

The matter is expected to come before Waverley Local Court for the first time on Thursday, when an application for a continuing order will be heard.

Ms Singleton is a family law solicitor and former wife of Australian businessman John Singleton.