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2mo ago

Australian Spinner Matthew Kuhnemann Cleared of Suspect Bowling Action

The ICC confirmed Kuhnemann's bowling action complies with regulations after testing, allowing him to continue his international career.

Cricket - Second Test - India v Australia - Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, India - February 18, 2023 Australia's Matthew Kuhnemann celebrates after taking the wicket of India's Virat Kohli REUTERS/Adnan Abidi/File Photo
Cricket - Second Test - India v Australia - Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi, India - February 18, 2023 Australia's Matthew Kuhnemann in action REUTERS/Anushree Fadnavis/File Photo
Australia's Matthew Kuhnemann (L) took 16 wickets in the series win over Sri Lanka which resulted in his action being reported
Australia's Matthew Kuhnemann says he never doubted his bowling action after being cleared by the ICC

Overview

  • Matthew Kuhnemann was reported for a suspect bowling action during the second Test against Sri Lanka earlier this month.
  • An independent assessment at the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane found his elbow extension to be within the ICC's legal limit of 15 degrees.
  • Kuhnemann played a key role in Australia's 2-0 series sweep in Sri Lanka, taking 16 wickets at an average of 17.18.
  • This was the first time Kuhnemann's action had been questioned in over 100 professional matches since his debut in 2017.
  • The clearance allows Kuhnemann to resume bowling in international cricket and prepare for upcoming matches following recovery from a thumb injury.