Rising Pakistan spinner Usman Tariq has said he is determined to give his best at the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup, aiming to deliver a performance that will be remembered around the world.
After his selection in Pakistan’s World Cup squad, Desert Vipers released a tribute video highlighting Tariq’s journey and impact with the franchise. In the video, the spinner spoke about his ambitions and what playing at cricket’s biggest stage means to him.
Tariq said that every cricketer dreams of performing on a major platform and achieving something meaningful. He explained that his goal at the World Cup is to create moments that stay in people’s memories. “The World Cup is watched all over the world,” he said, adding that special performances at such events define a player’s career.
Reflecting on recognition at different levels, Tariq noted that league cricket brings limited visibility, international cricket brings wider recognition, but the World Cup offers something unmatched. He said his aim is to ensure people remember that Usman Tariq made an impact on the biggest stage.
The spinner earned his place in Pakistan’s World Cup squad after a strong run in domestic and franchise cricket, where his control, variations and consistency stood out. His rise has been particularly shaped by his performances in T20 leagues, including the ILT20 2026 season with Desert Vipers, where he emerged as a mystery spinner and played a key role in the team’s title-winning campaign.
With confidence gained from franchise success and growing trust at the national level, Tariq now heads into the World Cup determined to turn opportunity into a career-defining performance.
