Matthew Kuhnemann Reported for Suspect Bowling Action After Sri Lanka Test

The left-arm spinner picked 16 wickets across the two Test matches, finishing the series as the leading wicket-taker. Matthew Kuhnemann has been reported for suspect bowling action after the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.

It is also believed that Kuhnemann won't be able to bowl in international cricket until his action is cleared but he might still be able to play Sheffield Shield matches.

Matthew Kuhnemann Suspect bowling test :

Kuhnemann will now have to take mandatory testing within three weeks to determine his action is legal. A biomechanist will analyze the spinner's action and report the findings back to the International Cricket Council (ICC). According to ICC rules, a bowler is permitted a maximum of 15 degrees of flex in their bowling arm.

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This is the first time in his eight years of professional cricket that his action has been questioned. Matt has played 124 professional matches since his debut in 2017, including five Test matches and four One-Day Internationals. He has played 55 Big Bash League games since 2018.

Australia to support Matthew Kuhnemann :

Cricket Australia will closely observe the ICC and independent experts in line with ICC regulations. No further comment will be made by Cricket Australia or Matthew until the matter is resolved.