The 29-year-old made his ODI debut on October 21 in Sharjah against Afghanistan. He bowled 8.3 overs in the match, conceding 47 runs without taking a wicket. Following the game, match officials raised concerns about the legality of his bowling action, prompting the ICC to begin the assessment process.
Aliss Al Islam's bowling action will be evaluated at an ICC-accredited testing centre. The assessment will determine whether the straightening of his elbow during the delivery falls within the limits prescribed by the governing body's regulations. Under ICC rules, elbow extension during the delivery process must not exceed 15 degrees.
However, being reported for a suspected bowling action does not mean that a bowler has been found guilty of an illegal action. The final decision will depend on the results of the independent assessment. Aliss Al Islam can continue bowling in international cricket until the assessment process is completed.
The Bangladesh spinner is known in domestic cricket for his mystery spin and carrom ball. In the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), he has taken 39 wickets in 35 matches. His List A record includes 35 wickets in 20 matches, with his best performance in the format being six wickets for 21 runs.
Aliss Al Islam also made his T20 International debut during the match against Sri Lanka at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games 2026. Following his ODI debut, the questions raised about his bowling action have become a significant development in his international career. The outcome of the independent assessment will determine whether his action meets the ICC's prescribed standards.
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