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When dealing with the problem, Tariq insisted that his actions stemmed from a natural physical quality. “I have two elbows in my hand … my arm bends naturally. My bent arm is a biological problem,” he said, reiterating that testing confirmed his technique.However, what really unsettles opponents is the “long pause” that disrupts timing. Former Pakistan captain Sarfaraz Ahmed explained that a momentary stoppage disrupts the concentration of the batter, making even regular deliveries unpredictable. The effect was evident, with the likes of Cameron Green and Dewald Brevis among those visibly confused by Tariq’s release point and tempo variations.
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Despite the review, the results supported the spinner’s inclusion. He announced himself on the global stage with three wickets against the United States and boasts an impressive early T20I record, including a hat-trick in Rawalpindi. As the tournament continues in spin-friendly conditions, Tariq’s unorthodox action remains both Pakistan’s secret weapon and cricket’s hottest debate. Whether he’s seen as an innovation or a controversy, his long pause and biomechanical uniqueness have ensured that every delivery he delivers is watched with an equal amount of intrigue and suspicion.