Australia's veteran fast bowler Megan Schutt has been banned for two matches. She will now miss the final T20I against New Zealand.

Australian player suspended

Australian cricket has suffered a setback. Women's fast bowler Megan Shute has been suspended. According to a statement issued by the International Cricket Council (ICC), Megan was banned for violating regulations regarding the use of prescription drugs. Megan will now miss the final T20 match against New Zealand. She will also miss the first match of the upcoming season of the Women's Big Bash League (WBBL).

Australian player suspended for 2 matches

The ICC wrote in its statement: "Australian player Megan Schutt has been banned for two years. This ban has been imposed in accordance with the Sports Science and Sports Medicine Guidelines in relation to the use of prescription drugs."

Cricket Australia (CA) also confirmed the ban. In a statement, CA said Megan Shute has been suspended for two matches across international and domestic cricket. The board said it will continue to provide Megan with necessary support and will continue to educate players about the rules and responsibilities they have set for themselves.

Megan Shute admitted the allegations.

33-year-old fast bowler Megan Schutt, who has taken over 300 wickets in her international career, accepted the sanction, saying, "I fully accept the sanction given to me. I also apologize for failing to meet the expected standards."

Megan Schutt will miss the final T20I against New Zealand. Australia has taken an unassailable 2-0 lead in the three-match T20I series. The Kangaroos won the first match by two wickets and the second by 40 runs. Megan was not included in the playing eleven in either match.