‘I’ve never doubted my bowling action’: Kuhnemann’s relief after being cleared by ICC

Australia spinner Matt Kuhnemann said he had never doubted the legality of his action after being cleared of a suspect bowling action by the International Cricket Council.

Kuhnemann is now free to continue his international career in Australia’s Test tour of the Caribbean later this year after being cited by umpires in the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle earlier this month.

Matthew Kuhnemann’s action was analysed after the Sri Lanka tour. Credit: Getty Images

“I am very grateful for all the support I have received from my family, friends and teammates, and to Cricket Australia who stood by me throughout the process,” Kuhnemann said on Thursday, after news of the ICC’s decision on Wednesday night.

“It was a disappointing way to finish what was such a successful Test series for Australia. I’ve never doubted my bowling action throughout my career and I’m always looking to improve the art of spin bowling in different conditions.

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