PAK vs AUS: Cameron Green's furious reaction over Usman Tariq’s 'suspected illegal' bowling action goes viral (video)

Usman Tariq has been in news due to suspected bowling action, and Cameron Green’s furious reaction in PAK vs AUS 2nd T20I added more fuel.

In a match that showcased Pakistan‘s resurgence in white-ball cricket, the hosts delivered a clinical 90-run thrashing to a second-string Australian team, in the second T20I at Gaddafi Stadium, clinching an unassailable 2-0 series lead in series.

Captain Salman Agha’s blistering 76 off 40 balls, adorned with eight fours and four sixes, propelled Pakistan to a formidable 198/5, their highest T20I total against the Aussies. Usman Khan’s 53 off 36 complemented Agha’s fireworks, while an explosive 63-run fifth-wicket stand with Shadab Khan (28* off 20) sealed a power-packed finish.

Australia’s chase crumbled spectacularly, folding for a paltry 108 in just 15.4 overs. Pakistan’s spin quartet including Abrar Ahmed (3/14), Shadab Khan (3/26), and the enigmatic Usman Tariq (2/16), ran riot, claiming all 10 wickets in a display reminiscent of their glory days.

Mitchell Marsh, returning from a rest, managed only 18 before Abrar castled him, while Josh Inglis and Travis Head too failed to get going. Cameron Green, Australia’s top scorer with a brisk 35 off 20 balls, threatened briefly but fell victim to Tariq’s guile.

Cameron Green furious over Usman Tariq’s bowling action

It was Green’s dismissal that stole the headlines. On the penultimate ball of the 11th over, Tariq, known for his quirky pause mid-stride, delivered a teasing full and wide offering, Green, attempted a wild slog, and mistimed it horribly due to the bowler’s delayed release, ballooning a simple catch to Shadab at point.

As the all-rounder trudged off, his frustration boiled over. He made a blatant “chucking” gesture, mimicking an illegal throw, which quickly ignited a social media storm. The Australian appeared visibly livid and was seen gesturing to his teammates, showing how Tariq was bending and throwing his arm.

Here’s the video:

Tariq’s action, blending off-spin with a baseball-esque wind-up and low-arm release, has long divided opinions. Reported in the PSL 2024 and 2025 seasons, and even during ILT20 stints where England’s Tom Banton voiced similar gripes, the 24-year-old has thrice been cleared by ICC-approved biomechanics tests.

His elbow flexion stays under the 15-degree limit, and Tariq cheekily attributes the flak to his “natural two-elbow bend.” No formal Australian complaint has surfaced, but the incident has sparked controversy.

This victory marks Pakistan’s first T20I series win over Australia since 2018, ending an eight-year drought. With the dead rubber on Sunday, eyes will be on whether Tariq’s theatrics draw ICC scrutiny or propel him as a T20 World Cup 2026 wildcard.

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