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An ICC press release stated that the sample Yasir provided on November 13 was found to contain chlortalidone, a prohibited substance. “In accordance with the ICC Anti-Doping Code, pending the outcome of the disciplinary process, Yasir has been provisionally suspended.”
Speculation is rife that Yasir took a steroid to speed up recovery from the back injury and was subsequently advised to use chlortalidone as a masking agent. However, a PCB official claimed Yasir took a pill to reduce his blood pressure without consulting the team doctor.
Yasir faces at least a two-year ban if the offence is confirmed, leaving experts to believe the board needs to carefully examine their reply.
Published in The Express Tribune, December 28th, 2015.
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