Cricketers caught ‘Chucking’ – 5 bowlers accused of throwing: See what happened to them?

In cricket, accusations of “chucking,” or unlawful bowling motions, have been a recurring issue. These are debated by both experts and fans when it is suspected that a bowler’s elbow extension exceeds the allowed limit. Accused bowlers frequently undergo extensive biomechanical testing to confirm their rule-breaking behaviour.

Such criticism has been directed at even the most successful and gifted bowlers, resulting in action modifications and regulatory adjustments. Many have modified their methods and come back stronger despite these obstacles. They have been able to maintain their top performance in the sport because of their tenacity.

Here are 5 world-class bowlers who have faced chucking allegations:

5. Muthiah Muralitharan

With 800 and 534 wickets, respectively, Muralitharan holds the record for most wickets taken in Test and ODI history. Because of his distinctive off-spin with an uncanny wrist movement, he was initially called for chucking in 1995 during an ODI tri-series and a Test match in Australia. His action was approved by updated ICC guidelines after subsequent biomechanical testing identified a congenital elbow deformity.

Murali won the 1996 World Cup with Sri Lanka, dominating world cricket in spite of the controversies. He was able to adjust well to make good use of variations like the doosra. Due in part to his case, the ICC ultimately established a 15-degree tolerance, which helped dispel any remaining questions regarding his legitimacy.