Matthew Kuhnemann Illegal Action: ICC Give OFFICIAL Verdict On Australia Spinner

In what comes as a huge relief for Australia and Matthew Kuhnemann, the left-arm spinner’s action has been deemed LEGAL by the International Cricket Council (ICC). 

Kuhnemann’s action was reported in the aftermath of the two-Test series between Australia and Sri Lanka, after which the left-arm spinner underwent testing in Brisbane.

But the results have revealed that the amount of elbow extension for all his deliveries was within the 15-degree level of tolerance permitted under the ICC Illegal Bowling Regulations.

“Kuhnemann’s action has now been deemed to be legal, and the left-arm spinner will continue to bowl in international cricket,” the ICC confirmed in a release. 

Kuhnemann was the star for Australia in their 2-0 whitewash of Sri Lanka. He took a whopping 16 wickets at an average of 17.18. Overall, the left-arm spinner has taken 25 Test wickets at an average of 22.20.