India's Shikhar Dhawan reported for suspect bowling action
Wednesday 9 December 2015 07:58, UK
India's Shikhar Dhawan has been reported for a suspect bowling action after briefly turning his arm over during the 337-run win over South Africa in the fourth Test against South Africa in Delhi.
The 30-year-old opening batsman, who has bowled just 54 balls in his 19 Tests without taking a wicket, sent down three overs of off-spin in South Africa's second innings as the tourists failed to block their way to a draw.
He will now have to undergo tests on his action after the match officials' report cited concerns over its legality.
"Dhawan's bowling action will now be scrutinised further under the ICC process relating to suspected illegal bowling actions reported in Tests, ODIs and T20Is," read a statement from the International Cricket Council (ICC).
"He is required to undergo testing within 14 days, and, during this period, Dhawan is permitted to continue bowling in international cricket until the results of the testing are known."
The ICC launched a crackdown against suspect actions in June last year, leading to several leading bowlers being reported.
Other bowlers who have been up hauled up include Pakistan's Saeed Ajmal and Mohammad Hafeez, Bangladesh's Sohag Gazi, New Zealand's Kane Williamson, Sri Lanka's Sachithra Senanayake and Tharindu Kaushal, and Zimbabwe's Prosper Utseya and Malcolm Waller.
