Islamabad: In what could be termed as a big shock to Pakistan cricket, the ICC has banned Pakistan’s ace spinner Saeed Ajmal from bowling in International cricket.
The International Cricket Council’s press release said, "An independent analysis has found the bowling action of Pakistan's off-spinner Saeed Ajmal to be illegal and, as such, the player has been suspended from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect."
"The analysis revealed that all his deliveries exceeded the 15 degrees level of tolerance permitted under the regulations.”
Ajmal’s action was analysed by an ICC-accredited team of Human Movement Specialists using the National Cricket Centre in Brisbane on August 25.
Ajmal's suspension is a big blow to Pakistan's plans for next year's World Cup as the 36-year-old has taken 183 wickets in 111 ODIs and 178 wickets in 35 tests.
The Pakistan off-spinner was reported after the first test against Sri Lanka in August. He can apply for a re-assessment after he modifies his bowling action.
