Lawson's action is to be scrutinised

Young West Indies fast bowler Jermaine Lawson has been reported to the International Cricket Council (ICC) because of concerns over his bowling action.

The 21-year-old, who took seven for 78 in the first innings of the fourth Test against Australia, has been reported by match referee Mike Procter.

"The umpires asked to review footage of Lawson's action from the first day's play," said Procter.

"After reviewing the footage the umpires have reported the bowler to the ICC.

"The issue now comes under the ICC's regulations dealing with this matter and over the next six weeks Lawson and the West Indies Cricket Board will have the opportunity to work on any areas of concern.

"Lawson will be able to continue to play during this time."

The ICC has a two-stage process for dealing with suspect actions.

Lawson is now under stage one, which allows him to continue to play international cricket while working with advisers from the West Indies Cricket Board and a human movement specialist from an ICC specialist panel.

After the six-week period a detailed report will be compiled by the West Indies Cricket Board and submitted to the ICC.

If Lawson, who has played nine Tests, has his action reported again after the report is submitted, then the ICC's Bowling Review Group holds a formal hearing.

He could be banned for 12 months or until the group is happy that the problems with Lawson's action have been rectified.