NSW player banned after 'serious complaint' about alleged misconduct

A New South Wales cricketer has been banned from playing at all levels indefinitely after a serious complaint was made about alleged misconduct involving young players.

First reported in the Sydney Morning Herald, a player who has appeared for NSW and a T20 side has had his registration cancelled following an emergency board meeting.

It is understood the matter is of a sensitive nature and being investigated by police but no charges have yet been laid.

A Cricket New South Wales spokesperson released a statement advising that the player have been de-registered.

"After being made aware of a serious complaint the Cricket NSW Board determined to permanently cancel a player's registration effective immediately." the statement said

"As a result, he is suspended indefinitely from involvement in all cricket related matters. We cannot comment further on this matter while investigations are ongoing."

The Sydney Morning Herald reported that the complaint had come from the player's Sydney grade club and had only been made recently.