Australian spinner Matt Kuhnemann has been given the green signal by the International Cricket Council (ICC) to continue bowling after the global body’s investigation cleared his action. Matt Kuhnemann was temporarily banned from bowling in international cricket after he was suspected for illegal bowling action during Australia’s recent Sri Lanka tour.
The 28-year-old spinner came under scrutiny after the match officials reported his action to the ICC after Australia whitewashed Sri Lanka in the two-match Test series. The left-arm spinner played a crucial role in Australia’s dominant 2-0 Test series win, picking up 16 wickets at an impressive average of 17.18.
Matt Kuhnemann cleared by ICC, free to bowl again
This remarkable performance came just weeks after recovering from a fractured and dislocated thumb that he suffered while playing for Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League 2024-25 (BBL 2024-25). Well, Kuhnemann’s stellar performance raised doubts over his action, and it led to independent testing.
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However, biomechanical testing in Brisbane has now confirmed that Kuhnemann’s action is legal. On Wednesday, Kuhnemann received the much-awaited confirmation that he is free to bowl again, ending temporary ban and allowing him to focus on his international career.
According to AAP and News Corp, Kuhnemann’s testing result confirmed that he does not extend his elbow by more than the 15 degrees allowed during delivery.
To be continued..
