Updated On: 12 February, 2026 09:46 AM IST | New Delhi | IANS
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin backed Pakistan’s Usman Tariq after his bowling action was questioned during the T20 World Cup 2026, asking why restrictions are imposed only on bowlers while batters enjoy greater flexibility

Usman Tariq and R Ashwin. Pics/AFP, Ashish Raje
Former India spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has come out in support of Pakistan’s Usman Tariq after the latter’s bowling action came under scrutiny during the T20 World Cup 2026, saying “why are the restrictions only limited to the bowler?”
Tariq impressed with figures of 3-27 in Pakistan’s Group A win over the USA on Tuesday.