Ireland batter Rebecca Stokell admits breaching ICC Anti-Doping Code

Dunai, Nov 2 (UNI) The International Cricket Council has announced that Ireland batter Rebecca Stokell has been notified of an alleged anti-doping rule violation after a sample she provided during an in-competition test on June 23, 2026 returned an adverse finding for a Specified Substance.

Following receipt of the notification, Stokell has admitted the violation (which arose from her use of prescription medication) and accepted a voluntary suspension effective October 23, 2026 pending the outcome of the disciplinary process.

The ICC will not make any further comment until the matter is finally resolved.

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