South African cricketer link ZubayrHamza has agreed to a voluntary suspension after testing positive for aprohibited substance, Cricket South Africalink on Wednesday.
Hamza, 26, has played in six Test matches and one one-day international.
According to a CSA statement, Hamza tested positive for the substanceFurosemide following an International Cricket Council anti-doping test onJanuary 17.
Furosemide is a diuretic, prescribed to treat hypertension and reduceswelling caused by fluid build-up in the body. It is on the WorldAnti-Doping Agency’s banned list because of concerns that it may mask otherdrugs link.
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“Zubayr is not disputing the positive test, is cooperating fully with theICC and has agreed to a voluntary suspension commencing immediately whilstwritten submissions are presented to the ICC,” said CSA.
