Former Sri Lankan Test cricketer Dulip Samaraweera is being investigated by Cricket Australia following allegations of serious misconduct involving a female player. The Herald Sun reports that the allegations pertain to historic conduct during Samaraweera’s tenure as Victoria women's cricket coach.

The 52-year-old, who was set to join the Australia A women’s team coaching staff for their series against India A, has been suspended pending the outcome of a Cricket Australia integrity investigation. A code of conduct hearing will be scheduled.

Cricket Victoria has declined to comment on the ongoing investigation. Samaraweera, who has coached in Australia for over a decade, previously served as head coach of the Victoria women’s team but left the role shortly after being appointed, reportedly due to a conflict of interest involving his brother.