LONDON, Nov 9: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Michael Holding to work with Shoaib Akhtar after the Pakistani fast bowlers action was reported during the recent Khaleej Times Trophy tournament in Sharjah.
"I am delighted that Michael has agreed to work with the ICC and Shoaib Akhtar in this important area," said ICC Chief Executive Officer Malcolm Speed.
"His outstanding record as a player and the excellent communications skills he brings to his work in the media make him perfectly suited to the role.
"The three stage system introduced by the ICC at the beginning of the year now gives all bowlers identified as having suspect actions, every opportunity to rectify problems and remain in the game while they are doing so," he added.
Shoaib is now in stage two of the ICC process for dealing with bowlers with suspect actions.
This will involve him working with Michael Holding over the next three months to analyse concerns raised and undergo any recommended remodelling of his action.
A detailed assessment of Akhtars action, and any remedial work undertaken, will be submitted to the ICC and the Pakistan Cricket Board by 7th February 2002.
The content and conclusions of this report will be made public.
However, the bowler can continue to play international cricket during this period.