Australian left-arm spinner Matthew Kuhnemann has been flagged for a doubtlessly illegal bowling approach following the second Check in opposition to Sri Lanka in Galle.
Bowling motion beneath scrutiny
Regardless of dominating because the sequence’ main wicket-taker with 16 scalps, instrumental in Australia’s 2-0 clear sweep, Kuhnemann will now need to bear necessary biomechanical evaluation inside 21 days.
The evaluation, ruled by ICC laws, will consider whether or not his arm exceeds the permissible 15-degree flexion restrict throughout supply. Whereas suspended from bowling in worldwide cricket pending outcomes, he stays eligible to play in home Sheffield Protect matches, although restricted from bowling until cleared.
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Necessary biomechanical evaluation
“The Australian workforce was notified of the match officers’ referral following the second Check in opposition to Sri Lanka in Galle and can help Matt by means of the method of clearing this matter,” a Cricket Australia spokesperson was quoted as saying.
“Matt has performed 124 skilled matches since his debut in 2017, together with 5 Check matches and 4 One-Day Internationals. He has performed 55 Huge Bash League video games since 2018. That is the primary time in these eight years {of professional} cricket that his motion been questioned.
“Cricket Australia will liaise intently with the ICC and impartial consultants in step with ICC laws. No additional remark will probably be made by Cricket Australia or Matthew till the matter is resolved.”
The findings, to be reviewed by the ICC, will decide Kuhnemann’s future participation in worldwide matches.