Saqlain Mushtaq: “On the matter of newcomer spinner Usman Tariq. The PCB should help and fully support him from now on instead of delaying. He can be the future of Pakistan cricket”
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Legendary cricketer Saqlain Mushtaq believes off-spinner Usman Tariq “can be the future of Pakistan cricket” despite being reported for a suspect action during the 2024 Pakistan Super League (PSL).
Saqlain noted that it is important for Tariq to get the support he needs so that he can rectify his bowling action if it is found to be illegal.
He also urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to prioritise this matter as he sees plenty of talent in the Nowshera native.
“On the matter of newcomer spinner Usman Tariq, the PCB should help and fully support him from now on instead of delaying. He can be the future of Pakistan cricket,” Saqlain said on X, formerly known as Twitter.
Tariq played for the Quetta Gladiators in the 2024 PSL and took two wickets in five matches at an average of 71.50 and an economy rate of 7.33.
The Gladiators managed to make it to the playoffs, but were subsequently eliminated after losing to Islamabad United in Eliminator 1.
Quetta Gladiators Squad for PSL 9:Â Rilee Rossouw (captain), Sarfaraz Ahmed, Sherfane Rutherford, Mohammad Amir, Mohammad Wasim, Jason Roy, Wanindu Hasaranga, Mohammad Hasnain, Abrar Ahmed, Will Smeed, Saud Shakeel, Sajjad Ali, Usman Qadir, Omair Bin Yousuf, Adil Naz, Khawaja Nafay, Akeal Hosein, Sohail Khan, Laurie Evans, Bismillah Khan