Goa, April 11 -- The Pakistan Super League 2026 witnessed a fresh controversy during the clash between Quetta Gladiators and Rawalpindi Pindiz, as New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell repeatedly walked away while facing Usman Tariq. The incident occurred due to Tariq's noticeable pause in his bowling action before releasing the ball.

Mitchell first showed discomfort in the ninth over after playing a paddle sweep. He then walked away twice during the same over, pointing towards the delay in Tariq's delivery stride. The repeated interruptions prompted the umpires to step in and speak with the batter before allowing play to continue.

Tariq conceded three singles early in the over, but the focus remained on his unusual stop-start action. Mitch...