Australia’s cricket team has recently completed a successful tour of Sri Lanka, winning the 2-match Test series. As they prepare to play a 2-match ODI series against the hosts, a controversy has arisen surrounding the bowling action of left-arm spin bowler Matthew Kuhnemann. Kuhnemann played a crucial role in Australia’s one-sided win in the Test series, but his bowling action has been called into question. He will now have to undergo a test of his bowling action at an ICC-recognized testing center within the next three weeks to prove its legitimacy.
Matthew Kuhnemann will continue to play in domestic cricket
This is the first time Matthew Kuhnemann’s bowling action has been questioned since he started his professional career in 2017. Despite this, Kuhnemann will be allowed to continue playing in domestic cricket. However, if he fails to prove the legitimacy of his bowling action, he may face a ban. Kuhnemann has the option to test his bowling action at a testing center in Brisbane. The ICC allows bowlers to bend their elbow up to 15 degrees. In the Test series against Sri Lanka, Kuhnemann took a total of 16 wickets.
Match officials informed Australian team in second Test
The Australian team dominated the second Test against Sri Lanka at the Gaul’s stadium. It was after this match that the match authorities informed the Australian team about Kuhnemann’s bowling action. Cricket Australia has stated that they will provide Kuhnemann with full support to prove the legitimacy of his action during this period. So far, Matthew Kuhnemann has played 5 Tests and 4 ODIs in international cricket. The Australian team and cricket fans will be waiting to see how this situation unfolds and whether Kuhnemann will be able to continue playing with his current bowling action.