Usman Tariq, Ravichandran Ashwin Pakistan off-spinner Usman Tariq hit back after Ravichandran Ashwin endorsed Daryl Mitchell’s tactics against his bowling action during the PSL 2026 match as the debate over the Pakistan spinner’s run-up and action continued.Tariq, whose action is characterized by a stop and pause, release of the side arm, has attracted attention of late. The debate surrounding his act grew during the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, where opinions differed on its legality and impact.Ahead of India’s match against Pakistan in that tournament, Ashwin suggested that the batsmen could back off their stance when Tariq stops playing, using the laws of the game. Although this approach was not used in this game, Daryl Mitchell used it during Friday’s Pakistan Super League 2026 match between Quetta Gladiators and Pinidz in Karachi.
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It is worth noting that in his career, Ashwin has also attempted a break in his bowling action at times.
