USA fast bowler Kyle Phillip has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect following the conclusion of an investigation by the ICC’s event panel. The panel found Phillip’s bowling action illegal, prompting the suspension.
Match officials first raised the issue after USA’s World Cup Qualifier match against West Indies on June 18 in Harare. Despite Phillip’s impressive figures of 3 for 56 in the match, the officials reported concerns about the legality of his action. It was later confirmed that Phillip had also played in a previous match against Nepal on January 20.
Subsequently, the event panel thoroughly reviewed the footage of Phillip’s bowling action and determined that it contravened the ICC’s regulations. As a result, he has been suspended under Article 6.7 of the ICC’s regulations for the review of suspect bowling actions. The suspension will remain in effect until Phillip reassesses his action and successfully clears it.
Kyle Phillip, 26 years old, has represented the USA in five One Day Internationals (ODIs) thus far, claiming six wickets at an average of 40.83 and an economy rate of 6.04. However, his recent suspension puts his international cricket career on hold until he rectifies his bowling action.
Phillip now faces the task of addressing the issues with his action and undergoing the necessary remedial work to obtain clearance. Once he completes the reassessment process and his action is deemed legal, he can resume bowling in international cricket for the USA national team.
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Illegal bowling actions are taken seriously by the ICC to maintain the integrity of the game and ensure fair competition. The suspension serves as a reminder of the importance of adherence to the regulations governing bowling actions and the commitment to rectify any identified shortcomings.
As Kyle Phillip awaits the opportunity to prove his modified action, he will be focused on rectifying his technique and regaining eligibility to contribute to the USA cricket team’s future endeavours in international competition.
