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Former Australia star Chris Lynn receives one-month ban after positive cocaine test at T20 Blast finals

Former Australia star Chris Lynn receives one-month ban after positive cocaine test at T20 Blast finals
World Sports · 17:51:06 - Friday, 6 November 2026

Former Australia cricket star Chris Lynn has been handed a one-month ban after testing positive for cocaine on the day of the T20 Blast finals.

The 34-year-old explosive batsman, who has represented Australia in T20 internationals, returned a positive test during the competition's finals day. The ban was confirmed on November 6, 2026.

Lynn, who has played for various franchise teams around the world, including the Brisbane Heat in the Big Bash League, will be sidelined for a month as a result of the violation.

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