Australia’s Megan Schutt (PTI Photo)
The 33-year-old will miss Australia’s third and final T20I against New Zealand at North Sydney Oval on Thursday, as well as Adelaide Strikers’ opening match of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) against Melbourne Stars on October 31.
In a statement, CA said the offence involved non-compliance with its medical guidelines governing prescription medication. “The breach was a failure to adhere to requirements under the Sports Science and Sports Medicine guidelines with regard to prescription medication,” Cricket Australia said. I’m sorry for the attention this has caused and appreciate the support I’ve received,” Schutt said in her statement. CA said it would continue to provide appropriate support to Schutt while reinforcing the standards and responsibilities expected of everyone representing the game.
“I fully accept the penalty handed down and apologise for failing to meet the standards expected of me. Australia fast bowler Megan Schutt has been handed a two-match suspension for failing to comply with requirements governing the use of prescription medication, Cricket Australia (CA) said on Thursday.
The ban comes after Schutt enjoyed an outstanding ODI series against Bangladesh, finishing as Player of the Series after taking 10 wickets at an average of 7.1.