15-degree heat on Shabbir

Pakistan fast bowler Shabbir Ahmed, who has been reported for a suspect bowling action, will undergo tests in England this week.The tests, t...

Pakistan fast bowler Shabbir Ahmed, who has been reported for a suspect bowling action, will undergo tests in England this week.

The tests, to be conducted by a biomechanic specialist recommended by the International Cricket Council (ICC), will determine if he is exceeding the tolerance level of 15 degrees allowed for bowlers to straighten their elbows.

“We are concerned with the fact that Shabbir has been reported for the third time in his career. The tests in England will confirm what corrective measures are required for him,” PCB director of cricket operations Salim Altaf said on Thursday. Shabbir was also reported in September 1999 and January 2004.

The 29-year-old, who has taken 46 Test wickets in nine matches, rattled the West Indies with match figures of 8-119 in Pakistan’s victory in the second Test.

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