PSL Usman Tariq Reported for Suspect Bowling Action Again

Islamabad, April 14: Quetta Gladiators’ off-spinner Usman Tariq has once again come under scrutiny for a suspect bowling action during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2025 clash against Lahore Qalandars.

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Usman Tariq reported by umpires for suspect bowling action

PCB allows continued play with warning

Previous suspension and clearance in 2024

One wicket taken in 79-run defeat

The incident occurred during Match 8 of the tournament at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday, which saw Quetta suffer a heavy 79-run defeat. Tariq completed his full quota of four overs in the match, taking one wicket after conceding 31 runs.

According to a statement released by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), the spinner will be allowed to continue bowling in PSL 2025 matches despite the latest report. However, a repeat offence will lead to immediate suspension from bowling duties.

"Quetta Gladiators spinner Usman Tariq was reported by on-field umpires Ahsan Raza and Chris Brown for a suspect bowling action during his side’s HBL PSL X match against Lahore Qalandars at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium on Sunday evening.

"As per the rules, Usman can continue to bowl in future matches. However, if he is reported again, he will be suspended from bowling and will need to obtain clearance from an ICC-accredited lab before he can resume bowling," the Pakistan Cricket Board said in a statement.

This is not the first time the 30-year-old has found himself in the spotlight for his bowling action. Tariq was previously reported for the same issue during PSL 2024 . At that time, Quetta Gladiators opted to voluntarily pull him out of the tournament, sending him for reassessment.

Following that report, Tariq underwent a detailed biomechanical assessment at an ICC-accredited laboratory in Lahore. He was eventually cleared in August 2024, which allowed him to resume bowling in domestic competitions without further concerns — until now.

Reader Comments

Asif K.

This is getting repetitive now. If his action was cleared last year, why is it being questioned again? Either the testing wasn't thorough enough or he's changed his technique. PCB needs to be more transparent about these processes. 🤔

Sana R.

Poor Usman! He must be feeling so much pressure right now. Hope he gets through this and comes back stronger. The mental toll on players in these situations is often overlooked 💜

Mohammad F.

As a cricket coach, I think this highlights the need for better biomechanics training at grassroots level. Many young spinners develop questionable actions that get harder to correct later in their careers.

Zara A.

The rules seem fair - one warning then suspension. Gives players a chance to correct things without ruining their careers over minor technicalities. Cricket needs more of this balanced approach! 👏

Tariq J.

Respectfully disagree with some comments here. If his action is suspect, it's suspect. No room for compromise on this - cricket's integrity is more important than any individual player's career.

Fatima N.

The real question is - why does this keep happening to Quetta players? Last year it was Usman, before that someone else. Maybe their coaching staff needs to pay more attention to bowling actions during training.

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