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Pakistan Cricket Board’s Director of High Performance and national selector Aaqib Javed recently made a surprising statement after the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Notably, his comment involved a comparison between Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah and Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq.
India recently won the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 after defeating New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium. The victory marked India’s third T20 World Cup title in history.
Jasprit Bumrah’s outstanding tournament performance
One of the biggest reasons for this success was the outstanding performance of Jasprit Bumrah. The Indian fast bowler played a crucial role throughout the tournament. His ability to bowl accurately in pressure situations helped India control matches at important moments.
In the final match, Bumrah delivered a remarkable spell and finished with figures of 4 wickets for 15 runs. This performance helped India secure the trophy. As a result, he received the Player of the Final award. Across eight matches, Jasprit Bumrah took 14 wickets. His bowling average was 12.42, while his economy rate stood at an impressive 6.21.
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Over the years, Bumrah has built a strong reputation in world cricket. His unusual bowling action, accurate yorkers, and calm attitude under pressure make him one of the most dangerous bowlers in modern cricket. Many former players and experts have even described him as one of the greatest bowlers in the history of the game.
Aaqib Javed compares Jasprit Bumrah to Usman Tariq
During a media interaction on March 14, Aaqib Javed made an interesting comment regarding Bumrah’s bowling style.
Notably, both bowlers are known for their unusual bowling styles. Usman Tariq often gets attention for his controversial style while delivering the ball.
On the other hand, Jasprit Bumrah is famous for his fast bowling and unusual action. His release point is ahead of that for most fast bowlers, making it difficult for the batters to read the ball and play their shots properly.
"Jasprit Bumrah is the Usman Tariq of fast bowlers. He bowls in a unique style. But now even he has started getting hit. In the World Cup apart from Bumrah there hasn’t been any bowler who has really left an impact," Aqib Javed said.
This comparison created strong reactions among fans and analysts. Many people questioned the comparison since Bumrah has years of international experience, while Usman Tariq is still building his reputation.
Usman Tariq impressed world during T20 World Cup
Despite the debate around the comment, Usman Tariq has indeed impressed many fans during the 2026 T20 World Cup. The 28-year-old right-arm off-break spinner has a very unusual bowling action. His delivery includes a noticeable pause during the run-up.
This style makes it difficult for batters to read the ball. As a result, he has become widely known as a “mystery spinner.”
During the tournament, Tariq performed strongly for Pakistan. He took 10 wickets in six matches. His performances helped Pakistan remain competitive in several games.
Meanwhile, Usman Tariq’s unique bowling action has also brought him opportunities in franchise cricket. In fact, he became the first Pakistani cricketer selected in the 2026 draft of The Hundred.
The team Birmingham Phoenix signed him for £140,000. This selection shows that franchises see strong potential in the spinner.
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