Usman Tariq (Pakistani Cricketer) Biography

Quick Info

Profession	Cricketer
Nationality	Pakistani
Date of Birth	07/06/1995
Age	31 years
Birthplace	Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Latest News about Usman Tariq

26/03/2026

Usman Tariq produced a decisive spell of 3 wickets as Pakistan beat the USA by 30 runs in the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. His bowling helped Pakistan defend 190 and restrict the opposition to 158/8, strengthening their position at the top of Group A. He also responded to renewed scrutiny over his unusual bowling action by saying it is a biological issue that has already been tested and cleared.

01/03/2026

Birmingham Phoenix signed Usman Tariq for £140,000 in The Hundred 2026 auction, making him the first Pakistani player to be picked in that men's auction. The deal followed competition from Trent Rockets and ensured he would play at Edgbaston during the season. The signing was widely noted as a landmark moment for Pakistani players in the competition.

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Physical Stats & More

Height	6' 4" (193 cm)
Eye Color	Black
Hair Color	Black

Personal Life

Religion	Islam
Ethnicity	Pashtun

Relationships & More

Marital Status	Unmarried

Career

International Debut	T20 - 1 November 2025 against South Africa at Lahore
Jersey Number	# 76 (Pakistan)
Domestic/State Team	Quetta Gladiators (Pakistan Super League – PSL) Trinbago Knight Riders (Caribbean Premier League – CPL) Deccan Gladiators (T10 League) Desert Vipers (ILT20 franchise) Birmingham Phoenix (The Hundred)
Coach/Mentor	Wajahatullah Wasti
Batting Style	Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style	Right arm Offbreak
Achievements	In December 2023, picked by Quetta Gladiators for the 2024 Pakistan Super League. Noted for having a suspected illegal bowling action but cleared after tests. Performed notably in the 2025 Caribbean Premier League with 20 wickets. Made his international debut in October 2025, taking essential wickets, including Dewald Brevis. Achieved a hat-trick in November 2025 against Zimbabwe in the T20I Tri-Series, earning the Player of the Match award. Media attention before the India vs Pakistan T20 World Cup 2026 match, praised for unique bowling style. Became the first Pakistani player sold in The Hundred, signed by Birmingham Phoenix for £140,000 in the 2026 draft.

Social Media

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Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Usman Tariq grew up in a modest environment in Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
2. His passion for cricket began early, competing in school and college.
3. After his father passed away, he left cricket to support his family in the UAE.
4. Inspired by the biopic of M.S. Dhoni, he returned to cricket with determination.
5. He gained recognition through local cricket, eventually training with former cricketer Wajahatullah Wasti.

Usman Tariq Cricketer Pakistani Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan