Australian cricketer Chris Lynn returned a positive test for cocaine, according to a revelation published by The Cricket News on November 6, 2026. The report alleges that the anti-doping violation was not made public at the time, raising questions about transparency in the sport's disciplinary processes.
Lynn, a powerful batter known for his exploits in Twenty20 leagues worldwide including the Indian Premier League and Big Bash League, has represented Australia in limited-overs cricket. The substance detected, cocaine, is classified as a stimulant and is prohibited in-competition by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
The report does not specify when the test occurred or what sanction, if any, was imposed. Cricket Australia and the relevant anti-doping authorities have not issued public statements in response to the allegation. The case highlights ongoing concerns about how positive tests for recreational drugs are handled within cricket's anti-doping framework.
