Brendan Taylor Returns to Cricket After Suspension
Brendan Taylor has rejoined the Zimbabwe Test team after serving a suspension for breaching ICC codes. After admitting to a spot-fixing approach, Taylor's ban included a doping charge. He's back for the second Test against New Zealand, following a journey focused on fitness and mental strength.
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Zimbabwean cricketer Brendan Taylor has made a comeback to the national Test team following a lengthy suspension. Taylor's career faced turmoil after he received a three-and-a-half-year ban for violating the ICC's Anti-Corruption and Anti-Doping codes, linked to a 2019 incident.
The cricketer, aged 39, was initially penalized in January 2022 for not promptly reporting a spot-fixing approach by an Indian businessman. Additionally, he faced a month-long suspension for a failed doping test tied to cocaine use during the incident. Despite the setbacks, Taylor's solid form in red-ball cricket before the ban, including impressive scores, set the stage for his return.
Reflecting on the past year, Taylor expressed dedication to rebuilding his career, citing significant work on fitness, technical skills, and diet. As the Zimbabwe squad prepares for the second Test against New Zealand from August 7 to 11 at the Queens Sports Club in Bulawayo, Taylor's presence marks a significant milestone in his personal and professional journey.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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