Usman Tariq is permitted to bowl in upcoming games in accordance with the rules.
Usman Tariq, the spinner for the Quetta Gladiators, has been accused of taking a questionable bowling action during the HBL PSL 10 encounter between his club and the Lahore Qalandars.
Tariq’s actions during the Sunday night match at the Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium drew criticism from the on-field umpires, Ahsan Raza and Chris Brown.
Tariq is permitted to bowl in upcoming games in accordance with the rules.
He will be suspended from bowling, though, if he is reported for a similar problem again. He will require approval from an ICC-accredited laboratory before he can start bowling in official matches again.
It is unclear how the scenario will play out in the next few days, and the development calls into question Tariq’s bowling technique’s fairness and legality.
FAQs
What does it mean when a bowler is reported for a suspect bowling action?
When a bowler is reported for a suspect action, it means the umpires believe the bowler’s arm may be bending beyond the legal limit (15 degrees) while delivering the ball, which can be considered illegal under cricket laws.
Can Usman Tariq continue to play in PSL 10 after being reported?
Yes, as per PSL and ICC regulations, Usman Tariq can continue bowling in future matches unless he is reported again for the same issue.
What happens if Usman Tariq is reported a second time?
If reported again, he will be suspended from bowling in all official matches until his action is tested and cleared by an ICC-accredited biomechanics lab.
How is a bowler’s action tested and cleared?
The bowler must undergo testing in a controlled environment, where their bowling arm’s bend is measured using motion analysis. If the flex remains within legal limits, the bowler can resume bowling.
Has this happened to other bowlers in PSL or international cricket before?
Yes, several bowlers—both in the PSL and internationally—have been reported for suspect actions, including players like Mohammad Hafeez and Saeed Ajmal. Some have returned after corrective training and passing clearance tests.
