Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt has been handed a two-match ban by Cricket Australia for failing to follow guidelines on the use of prescription medication. As a result, she will miss the third and final T20I against New Zealand at home and Adelaide Strikers’ opening match of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) season against Melbourne Stars on Oct 31.&nbsp;“Australian player Megan Schutt has been suspended for two matches,” Cricket Australia confirmed via a statement.&nbsp;“The breach was a failure to adhere to requirements under the Sports Science and Sports Medicine guidelines with regard to prescription medication. This relates to a single incidence which occurred while out of competition and was not for performance enhancing purposes,” the statement added.&nbsp;“The two-match ban includes all international and domestic cricket. We will continue to provide appropriate support to Megan and reinforce the standards and responsibilities expected of everyone representing our game,” the statement continued.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/will-rohit-and-kohli-play-odi-world-cup-2027-bcci-president-manhas-says-board-not-in-a-position-to-comment-1792660012314">Will Rohit and Kohli play ODI World Cup 2027? BCCI president Manhas says board 'not in a position to comment'</a>&nbsp;Schutt accepted the suspension and apologised for the breach in her own statement.&nbsp;“I fully accept the penalty handed down and apologise for failing to meet the standards expected of me,” Schutt said.&nbsp;“I am sorry for the attention this has caused and appreciate the support I have received. While this occurred out of competition and was not performance related, I understand that I am responsible for following the Sports Science and Sports Medicine Guidelines, which players receive regular education on, and I should have adhered to these guidelines,” she added.&nbsp;Also Read - <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/bruno-fernandes-calls-out-under-fire-man-utd-manager-carrick-after-como-drubbing-1792655982889">Bruno Fernandes calls out under-fire Man Utd manager Carrick after Como drubbing</a>&nbsp;Australia have already secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series against New Zealand and will look to complete a clean sweep in the final match in Sydney on Thursday.&nbsp;Although Schutt has not featured in the ongoing T20I series, the 33-year-old recently impressed in the ODI series against Bangladesh as part of the ICC Women’s Championship, claiming 10 wickets across three matches.

The 33-year-old will miss Australia’s third and final T20I against New Zealand at North Sydney Oval, along with the Adelaide Strikers’ WBBL 12 opener against Melbourne Stars on Oct 31.

Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt has been handed a two-match ban by Cricket Australia for failing to follow guidelines on the use of prescription medication. As a result, she will miss the third and final T20I against New Zealand at home and Adelaide Strikers’ opening match of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) season against Melbourne Stars on Oct 31. “Australian player Megan Schutt has been suspended for two matches,” Cricket Australia confirmed via a statement. “The breach was a failure to adhere to requirements under the Sports Science and Sports Medicine guidelines with regard to prescription medication. This relates to a single incidence which occurred while out of competition and was not for performance enhancing purposes,” the statement added. “The two-match ban includes all international and domestic cricket. We will continue to provide appropriate support to Megan and reinforce the standards and responsibilities expected of everyone representing our game,” the statement continued. Also Read - Will Rohit and Kohli play ODI World Cup 2027? BCCI president Manhas says board 'not in a position to comment' Schutt accepted the suspension and apologised for the breach in her own statement. “I fully accept the penalty handed down and apologise for failing to meet the standards expected of me,” Schutt said. “I am sorry for the attention this has caused and appreciate the support I have received. While this occurred out of competition and was not performance related, I understand that I am responsible for following the Sports Science and Sports Medicine Guidelines, which players receive regular education on, and I should have adhered to these guidelines,” she added. Also Read - Bruno Fernandes calls out under-fire Man Utd manager Carrick after Como drubbing Australia have already secured an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series against New Zealand and will look to complete a clean sweep in the final match in Sydney on Thursday. Although Schutt has not featured in the ongoing T20I series, the 33-year-old recently impressed in the ODI series against Bangladesh as part of the ICC Women’s Championship, claiming 10 wickets across three matches.

The 33-year-old will miss Australia’s third and final T20I against New Zealand at North Sydney Oval, along with the Adelaide Strikers’ WBBL 12 opener against Melbourne Stars on Oct 31.

Australian pacer Megan Schutt faces two-match ban over medication breach

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The women's cricket final between India and Australia at the Commonwealth Games 2022 on Sunday was marred with controversy after Tahlia McGrath was allowed to play for the Aussies despite testing positive for COVID-19 ahead of the game. McGrath returned a positive test and had mild symptoms but was allowed to take the field in the gold medal match after the approval of the International Cricket Council (ICC).

Due to the conundrum over her participation, the toss between India and Australia was delayed for 12 minutes at Edgbaston. Had the tournament been in Australia, McGrath wouldn't have featured but she was allowed to play the game as the rules regarding COVID-19 at the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham are relaxing.

Nonetheless, questions were raised as McGrath was spotted sitting with a mask on in the dugout during Australia's innings at Edgbaston. She was seen isolated from the rest of the squad. However, McGrath took the mask off later when she came out to bat and later while fielding for her team.

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Amid controversy over her appearance in the game despite having tested positive for COVID-19, Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt said the Aussie payers were happy to play with McGrath and didn't care about contracting COVID-19.&nbsp;

"We were all happy to play, she was happy to play. She feels absolutely fine so I think the positive result was a bit of a shock to her, but that’s Covid isn’t it, we’re all going to live through it," Schutt was quoted as saying by The Guardian.

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McGrath scored 2 runs and bowled two overs conceding 24 runs during India's innings. She also took the catch of Indian opener Shafali Verma and was spotted asking her teammates to stay away when they ran towards her to celebrate the dismissal.

"We didn’t want to get in trouble, we felt bad for Tahlia at the end there. Obviously, when you’re part of a game that’s so thrilling like that, that’s all you want to do (is celebrate)&nbsp;and at the end screw it, if we get Covid, so be it," said Schutt.

While she batted and fielded without a mask, McGrath was spotted wearing a mask while receiving her medal after Australia won the final by 9 runs. Australia successfully managed to defend the total of 161 runs as they bundled out India for 152 with three balls to spare to win their maiden gold medal in women's cricket at the Commonwealth Games.

The women's cricket final between India and Australia at the Commonwealth Games 2022 on Sunday was marred with controversy after Tahlia McGrath was allowed to play for the Aussies despite testing positive for COVID-19 ahead of the game.

The women's cricket final between India and Australia at the Commonwealth Games 2022 on Sunday was marred with controversy after Tahlia McGrath was allowed to play for the Aussies despite testing positive for COVID-19 ahead of the game. McGrath returned a positive test and had mild symptoms but was allowed to take the field in the gold medal match after the approval of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Due to the conundrum over her participation, the toss between India and Australia was delayed for 12 minutes at Edgbaston. Had the tournament been in Australia, McGrath wouldn't have featured but she was allowed to play the game as the rules regarding COVID-19 at the Commonwealth Games 2022 in Birmingham are relaxing. Nonetheless, questions were raised as McGrath was spotted sitting with a mask on in the dugout during Australia's innings at Edgbaston. She was seen isolated from the rest of the squad. However, McGrath took the mask off later when she came out to bat and later while fielding for her team. Also Read: Rubbish batting, no common sense: Azharuddin slams India after CWG final defeat against Australia Amid controversy over her appearance in the game despite having tested positive for COVID-19, Australian fast bowler Megan Schutt said the Aussie payers were happy to play with McGrath and didn't care about contracting COVID-19. "We were all happy to play, she was happy to play. She feels absolutely fine so I think the positive result was a bit of a shock to her, but that’s Covid isn’t it, we’re all going to live through it," Schutt was quoted as saying by The Guardian. Also Read: Big stage fright gets to India again as they lose to Australia in CWG 2022 final to settle for silver McGrath scored 2 runs and bowled two overs conceding 24 runs during India's innings. She also took the catch of Indian opener Shafali Verma and was spotted asking her teammates to stay away when they ran towards her to celebrate the dismissal. "We didn’t want to get in trouble, we felt bad for Tahlia at the end there. Obviously, when you’re part of a game that’s so thrilling like that, that’s all you want to do (is celebrate) and at the end screw it, if we get Covid, so be it," said Schutt. While she batted and fielded without a mask, McGrath was spotted wearing a mask while receiving her medal after Australia won the final by 9 runs. Australia successfully managed to defend the total of 161 runs as they bundled out India for 152 with three balls to spare to win their maiden gold medal in women's cricket at the Commonwealth Games.

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Australia will be without spinner Jess Jonassen for next month's all-format series against India due to injury, while swing bowler Megan Schutt has pulled out due to personal reasons, the country's cricket board said on Wednesday.

Australia's women will play India in three one-day internationals starting on September&nbsp;19 in Sydney, followed by a day-night Test at the WACA at Perth on September 30. The series will end with three Twenty20 internationals starting on October 7.

Jonassen, the top-ranked bowler in the ODI format, has suffered a bone stress injury in her tibia. Cricket Australia also said pace bowler Belinda Vakarewa had asked not to be considered for selection due to personal reasons.

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"We're fully supportive of the requests from Belinda and Megan to not be considered for selection and will continue to work with them to ensure they have the appropriate support," said Australia's national selector Shawn Flegler.

"Jess is another big loss and will be disappointed to miss out, but she's another one that's worked hard over the winter and with a long summer ahead, her focus will be to get herself right with a lot of cricket left in the season."

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Top-order batter Georgia Redmayne and fast bowler Stella Campbell received their maiden call-ups, while fast bowler Maitlan Brown has been included in the 18-member squad following her return from a hamstring injury.

All-rounder Ellyse Perry, wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy and batter Ashleigh Gardner have all been included in the squad, which will be captained by Meg Lanning, with Rachael Haynes as her deputy.

Australia will be without spinner Jess Jonassen for next month's all-format series against India due to injury, while swing bowler Megan Schutt has pulled out due to personal reasons, the country's cricket board said on Wednesday.

Australia will be without spinner Jess Jonassen for next month's all-format series against India due to injury, while swing bowler Megan Schutt has pulled out due to personal reasons, the country's cricket board said on Wednesday. Australia's women will play India in three one-day internationals starting on September 19 in Sydney, followed by a day-night Test at the WACA at Perth on September 30. The series will end with three Twenty20 internationals starting on October 7. Jonassen, the top-ranked bowler in the ODI format, has suffered a bone stress injury in her tibia. Cricket Australia also said pace bowler Belinda Vakarewa had asked not to be considered for selection due to personal reasons. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup: India to begin campaign against Pakistan as ICC announces tournament schedule "We're fully supportive of the requests from Belinda and Megan to not be considered for selection and will continue to work with them to ensure they have the appropriate support," said Australia's national selector Shawn Flegler. "Jess is another big loss and will be disappointed to miss out, but she's another one that's worked hard over the winter and with a long summer ahead, her focus will be to get herself right with a lot of cricket left in the season." ALSO READ | India vs England: 'If you go after one of our guys...': KL Rahul reacts to heated altercations during Lord's Test Top-order batter Georgia Redmayne and fast bowler Stella Campbell received their maiden call-ups, while fast bowler Maitlan Brown has been included in the 18-member squad following her return from a hamstring injury. All-rounder Ellyse Perry, wicketkeeper-batter Alyssa Healy and batter Ashleigh Gardner have all been included in the squad, which will be captained by Meg Lanning, with Rachael Haynes as her deputy.

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