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Usman Tariq Trolls Cameron Green Over 'Chucking' Gesture in T20I Clash

Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq responded on social media with a meme after Australian all-rounder Cameron Green appeared to question his bowling action with a 'chucking' gesture upon dismissal. The incident occurred during the second T20I in Lahore, which Pakistan won convincingly. Tariq's unconventional action has faced past scrutiny, but he has been cleared in official tests. Pakistan secured the series victory by defending 198 runs and bowling Australia out for 108.

Key Points: Tariq Trolls Green After Chucking Gesture in PAK vs AUS T20I

  • Tariq posted meme in response
  • Green made 'chucking' gesture after dismissal
  • Tariq's action previously cleared after tests
  • Pakistan wins series with 2-0 lead
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Usman Tariq trolls Cameron Green after 'chucking' gesture in Pakistan vs Australia 2nd T20I

Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq responds with a meme after Cameron Green's controversial 'chucking' gesture during the 2nd T20I. Details on the incident and match result.

"the timing and message of the post were widely seen as a clear response to the on-field incident."

Lahore, Feb 1

Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq responded sharply on social media after Australian all-rounder Cameron Green appeared to question his bowling action during the second T20I match played at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore on Saturday.

Tariq posted a meme on Instagram on Sunday, suggesting that Green's reaction was driven by frustration following his dismissal. Though he did not mention Green by name, the timing and message of the post were widely seen as a clear response to the on-field incident.

The incident occurred in the 11th over of Australia's chase when Green was dismissed while trying to play an aggressive shot against Tariq. As he walked back to the pavilion, Green was caught on camera making a hand gesture that many interpreted as an accusation of 'chucking'. The gesture quickly became a talking point among fans on social media, with some demanding a ban on the Pakistan bowler.

Tariq is known for an unusual bowling action that includes a brief pause before releasing the ball. He has faced scrutiny in the past and was reported twice for a suspect action during the Pakistan Super League (PSL). However, on both occasions, he was later cleared after undergoing testing.

Tariq was also embroiled in a chucking row ahead of the ILT20 final in the United Arab Emirates, forced to defend his unconventional action, which he claimed fell within all allowable 15-degree parameters of elbow straightening.

Speaking of the match, coming to bat after winning the toss, Pakistan posted a mammoth total of 198 runs in 20 overs with the help of skipper Salman Agha's knock of 76 and wicketkeeper batter Usman Khan, who scored 53 runs.

Australia looked clueless throughout the chase and was bundled out for just 108 runs in 15.4 overs. Green was the lone player to cross the 30-run mark. With this win, Pakistan has clinched the three-match series by winning the first two matches.

- IANS

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Sarah B
As a neutral cricket fan, this is getting silly. The action has been tested and cleared. The real story is Pakistan's dominant win! 198 vs 108 is a thrashing. Green should channel that energy into figuring out how to play spin better.
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Ananya R
Unusual actions have always been part of cricket. Muralitharan faced this for years. If the biomechanics lab says it's legal, it's legal. Tariq's meme game is strong though 😂. Good on him for having a sense of humour about it.
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Vikram M
Respectfully, while Green was wrong to gesture, Tariq's action *does* look very questionable to the naked eye. It's natural for players and fans to react. The ICC needs more transparency in the testing process to avoid these controversies every time.
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Karthik V
Focus on the cricket, yaar! Pakistan played brilliantly. Salman Agha and Usman Khan set a huge total. The Aussies had no answer. That's the headline, not some silly on-field drama. Congrats to Pakistan for the series win.
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Michael C
From an Australian perspective, it was a frustrating loss. But Green's reaction was unprofessional. You got out, take it on the chin. The social media banter is part of the game now, but it should stay light-hearted.

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