Usman Tariq, a spinner from Pakistan, has drawn attention for his unconventional bowling style, particularly his stop-and-pause side-arm action, which has troubled batters. During the 2026 T20 World Cup, Ravichandran Ashwin (a renowned Indian spinner) suggested that batters should pull out of their stance during Tariq's pause to gain an advantage. While the Indian team did not adopt this strategy, New Zealand's Daryl Mitchell successfully implemented it during a Pakistan Super League (PSL) match on April 10, 2026, between the Quetta Gladiators and Rawalpindi. Ashwin praised Mitchell's execution of the tactic on social media, stating that the timing of Tariq's pause should be monitored by umpires. He noted that if the pause is inconsistent, batters have the right to adjust their stance. Ashwin believes that this tactic could create significant pressure on Tariq, potentially affecting his performance.