Cricket Canada says it’s “actively monitoring” the scenario after captain Nicholas Kirton was arrested within the Caribbean.
Native studies say the 26-year-old was detained at Barbados Airport on Sunday on potential medicine expenses.
“We’re actively monitoring the scenario and intently following developments as they unfold,” Cricket Canada stated in an announcement.
“We take this matter significantly and stay steadfast in upholding the best requirements of integrity and accountability throughout the sport.”
BBC Sport has contacted Barbados police for remark.
Kirton was born in Barbados however is eligible to play for Canada by means of his mom.
He represented West Indies Beneath-19s earlier than emigrating to Canada, making his worldwide debut in a T20 match in opposition to Oman in 2019.
The batting all-rounder, who has performed 21 one-day internationals and 28 T20Is, was appointed as captain in July 2024.
Canada are making ready for the inaugural North American Cup – additionally that includes Cayman Islands, Bahamas, Bermuda and the USA – which begins within the Cayman Islands on 18 April.
