India, April 12 -- Usman Tariq has quickly become a talking point in world cricket, largely because of his unusual bowling style. The off-spinner uses a distinctive stop-and-pause side-arm action that makes it tough for batters to predict his delivery.

His action drew major attention during the 2026 T20 World Cup, where opinions were split. Some praised his effectiveness, while others questioned the fairness of the technique. Before India faced Pakistan in that tournament, Ravichandran Ashwin had even suggested a smart way to counter him. He advised Indian batters to step out of their stance whenever Tariq pauses during his run-up.

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