International cricketer suspended by ICC over use of drugs
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South African cricketer link Zubayr Hamza has agreed to a voluntary suspension after testing positive for a prohibited substance, Cricket South Africa link 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 substance Furosemide following an International Cricket Council anti-doping test on January 17.
Furosemide is a diuretic, prescribed to treat hypertension and reduce swelling caused by fluid build-up in the body. It is on the World Anti-Doping Agency’s banned list because of concerns that it may mask other drugs link.
“Zubayr is not disputing the positive test, is cooperating fully with the ICC and has agreed to a voluntary suspension commencing immediately whilst written submissions are presented to the ICC,” said CSA.
