Jason Roy has been banned for two England matches - but is free to play immediately as part of an ECB cover up.
In a cryptic release the reason for the ban has not been revealed with the ECB taking the unusual step of keeping the details secret. The England white ball opener was given the sanction following a secret hearing with the Cricket Discipline Commission for behaviour that may be prejudicial to the interests of cricket or which may bring the game of cricket, the ECB and himself into disrepute.
The two-game ban has been suspended for 12 months dependent on ‘good behaviour’ while he also has a £2,500 fine to pay before the end of the month. Roy is currently overseas with his family while he takes a short, indefinite break from the game before returning to play for Surrey.
