Usman Qadir, a talented and skillful leg-spinner, hails from a cricketing family that has left an indelible mark on the sport. Born on August 10, 1993, in Lahore, Pakistan, Usman Qadir embarked on a remarkable journey that led him to represent his country at the highest level. With his unique bowling style and unwavering determination, Qadir has emerged as one of the rising stars in the world of cricket.
Early Life and Cricketing Lineage:
Usman Qadir was born into a family deeply rooted in cricket. His father, Abdul Qadir, was a legendary leg-spinner who played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s cricket history. His brothers Imran, Rehman, Sulaman Qadir, and his uncle Ali Bahadur have all played in first-class cricket.
He is related to Umar Akmal, a fellow cricketer who got married to his sister Noor Amna in 2014. Growing up in such an environment, it was only natural for Usman to develop a keen interest in the sport. Under the watchful eyes of his father, he started honing his skills at a tender age.
Early Career:
Qadir’s talent was evident from an early age, and he made rapid progress in his cricketing journey. He excelled in junior-level tournaments, catching the attention of selectors and coaches. In 2011, he debuted for the Pakistan Under-19 team, representing his country in the ICC Under-19 World Cup. Although his performances were promising, it was clear that Qadir had much more to offer.
Domestic and International Career:
Usman Qadir was part of the team that defeated Sri Lanka in the third-place playoff at the Asian Games in November 2010 in Guangzhou, China. The team came up with a bronze medal.
He was convinced to move to Australia by Darren Berry, and he played in the 2012–2013 season for the Adelaide Cricket Club in South Australia. Qadir was signed in September 2018 to compete in the Big Bash League as an international player with the Perth Scorchers. Qadir made his Western Australia debut for the 2018–19 campaign on September 26, 2018, in the JLT One-Day Cup match against Victoria, despite not getting an initial state contract. He took 3/50 and contributed to Western Australia’s victory. Qadir said later that day that he planned to become an Australian citizen and play for Australia in the 2020 ICC World Twenty20. I definitely want to play for Australia, he declared.
