Shakib Al Hasan Bowling Suspension Announced by BCB

Bangladesh's star all-rounder, Shakib Al Hasan, has been suspended from bowling in all ICC-approved competitions due to an illegal bowling action exceeding the 15-degree elbow extension limit. This suspension was announced by the Bangladesh Cricket Board following an independent assessment at Loughborough University and aligns with regulations from the International Cricket Council and the England and Wales Cricket Board. His action was scrutinized during a match for Surrey and confirmed as illegal, leading to an automatic suspension across all national federations, though he remains eligible to play as a batter. Shakib must undergo a reassessment to rectify his action. His career has faced disruptions due to political controversies in Bangladesh and a previous two-year ban in 2019 for breaching the ICC's anti-corruption code.