Police examine cricket star over allegations of sexual touching
- Has been stood down while investigation continues
NSW Blues and Big Bash League fast bowler Ross Pawson has been stood down by Cricket NSW after police launched an investigation into allegations of sexual touching.
Detectives from the NSW State Crime Command’s Sex Crimes Squad have confirmed they are conducting inquiries after the allegations against the 31-year-old were reported on December 10.
‘On Wednesday 10 December 2025, police were made aware of allegations of sexual touching against a 31-year-old man,’ NSW Police told the Daily Mail.
‘Detectives from the State Crime Command’s Sex Crimes Squad have commenced an investigation and inquiries are continuing.’
No charges have been laid and the investigation remains ongoing.
In the meantime, Pawson who played one T20 match at Big Bash level for the Sydney Thunder in the 2023 finals, has been removed from the list of contracted players on the NSW Cricket website.
New South Wales Blues fast bowler Ross Pawson (pictured) has been stood down while NSW Police investigate him over allegations of sexual touching
No charges have been laid against Pawson (pictured), but his profile has been removed from the NSW Cricket website
The Sydney Morning Herald has reported that Cricket NSW became aware of a serious complaint and called an emergency board meeting to consider the matter.
Following that meeting, Pawson’s registration to play cricket was cancelled with immediate effect.
Cricket NSW said the cancellation resulted in an indefinite suspension.
‘After being made aware of a serious complaint the Cricket NSW Board determined to permanently cancel a player’s registration effective immediately,’ Cricket NSW told the Daily Mail.
‘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.’
Pawson has maintained his innocence at all times.
‘I completely deny the allegation. It is absolutely rubbish!’ Pawson said in a statement provided to the Herald.
Pawson has strongly denied any wrongdoing and there have been no charges laid by NSW Police
The allegations stem from Pawson’s time playing grade cricket for Northern District
One alleged victim made a complaint to the Northern District club, which then passed the information on to Cricket NSW.
Media reports have said there may be more than one complainant, although this has not been confirmed publicly.
A Northern District spokesperson said the club was aware of the allegations and acted as soon as it was notified.
The club confirmed Pawson has been suspended from all club activities while investigations continue.
Pawson has played two first-class matches for NSW since making his debut in February, including a Sheffield Shield match against Queensland.
He also played for the Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League.
‘Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or Information is managed on a confidential basis,’ NSW Police said.
‘The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.’
