Daryl Mitchell's Controversial Encounter with Usman Tariq in PSL Match

In a recent PSL match, Daryl Mitchell's frustration with Usman Tariq's unconventional bowling action became a hot topic on social media. Despite his team's loss, Mitchell's antics during the game sparked discussions about the bowler's technique. This incident not only highlighted the pressure on Tariq but also drew parallels to advice given by R. Ashwin to Indian players. As Quetta Gladiators secured their second win of the season, Rawalpindiz faced yet another defeat, leaving them at the bottom of the standings. Read on to explore the full story behind this captivating cricket encounter.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 11, 2026, 11:26 IST

Daryl Mitchell's Frustration with Usman Tariq's Bowling Style

During a recent match in the 2026 Pakistan Super League (PSL) on April 10, Daryl Mitchell expressed his discontent with Usman Tariq's unconventional bowling action. The match, held at the National Stadium in Karachi, saw Mitchell's team, Rawalpindiz, suffer a defeat by 61 runs against the Quetta Gladiators. However, it was Mitchell's reaction to Tariq's bowling that sparked significant discussion on social media, reigniting the debate surrounding the bowler's technique. The incident unfolded in the 9th over when Mitchell stepped away from the crease twice as Tariq prepared to bowl. Although he managed to score a single on the second ball, his dissatisfaction with Tariq's unique style was evident. This prompted the umpire to intervene and discuss the situation with Mitchell. Following this, he faced Tariq again in the 10th over before being dismissed by Saud Shakeel after scoring 30 runs off 32 balls.

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Mitchell Takes a Page from R Ashwin's Playbook

Mitchell's behavior mirrored the advice given by R. Ashwin to Indian players prior to their T20 World Cup match against Pakistan at Colombo's Premadasa Stadium. Leading up to this highly anticipated game, Tariq's bowling style had garnered attention, but he ultimately fell short, taking only one wicket while conceding 24 runs in four overs, as India secured a commanding 61-run victory.

Rawalpindiz Faces Another Defeat

Tariq concluded the match with impressive bowling figures of 2-23 over four overs, claiming the wickets of Abdullah Fazal and Musabir Khan, leading Quetta to their second victory of the season. This win propelled them to fifth place in the 2026 PSL standings, while Rawalpindiz suffered their fifth consecutive loss, remaining at the bottom of the table.