Particle.news

Download on the App Store

South Africa’s Subrayen Reported for Suspect Action After ODI Debut as Proteas Bench Him Pending ICC Test

Under ICC protocol he has 14 days for laboratory testing, which means he remains eligible to bowl until the assessment outcome.

Image
Setback To South Africa As Ace Player Reported For Chucking In 1st ODI Vs Australia, Banned For Final Two ODIs
Emily Barker/Getty Images
Image

Overview

  • Match officials cited concerns over Prenelan Subrayen’s bowling action in Cairns, prompting an ICC-ordered independent assessment at an accredited facility.
  • South Africa coach Shukri Conrad said Subrayen will not play the remaining two ODIs, with plans to conduct the assessment in Brisbane.
  • Despite some reports of an immediate suspension, ICC guidance states he can continue bowling until test results are issued.
  • On debut Subrayen took 1/46 including Travis Head’s wicket as South Africa won by 98 runs, led by Keshav Maharaj’s 5/33.
  • The off-spinner’s action has been scrutinized before, with reports and remediation between 2012 and 2016 before previous clearances to bowl.