Usman Qadir Relocates to Australia for a Fresh Cricketing Chapter

Leg spinner Usman Qadir has relocated to New South Wales, Australia, in pursuit of a fresh cricketing chapter.
Currently playing for Hawkesbury Cricket Club in Sydney, the 31-year-old is seeking better opportunities after retiring from Pakistan cricket last October.
In a heartfelt social media post at the time, Qadir reflected on his journey with Pakistan cricket, expressing gratitude for the honor of representing his country. “It has been an immense honor to represent my country,” he wrote. “I’m thankful for the support of my coaches and teammates who have been with me every step of the way.”
Qadir’s career with the Pakistan national team saw moments of brilliance. He made an impressive debut in 2020 during a T20I series against Zimbabwe, claiming eight wickets for 60 runs in three matches and earning the Player of the Series title.
For a brief period, he was Pakistan’s leading leg spinner, even replacing Shadab Khan in the T20I team. However, inconsistency and off-field issues impacted his career trajectory.
Before committing to Pakistan cricket, Qadir was on track to play for Australia, representing Western Australia and playing in the Big Bash League for Perth Scorchers and Sydney Thunder. Additionally, he had the honor of playing for Australia’s Prime Minister’s XI.
However, his time in Australia was fraught with challenges, including disciplinary issues.
In 2019, weeks after the sudden passing of his father, Abdul Qadir, Usman shocked many by joining Pakistan’s squad for a series in Australia under then-head coach Misbah-ul-Haq.
Usman later admitted that fulfilling his late father’s dream of seeing him represent Pakistan was the driving force behind his decision to leave Australia and return to Pakistan.
Abdul Qadir, one of Pakistan’s most celebrated leg spinners, remained a constant influence on Usman’s cricketing ambitions.
Despite his father’s legacy, Usman struggled to secure a consistent place in the Pakistan side. His last appearance for Pakistan came during the Asian Games in October 2023.
He also voiced frustration with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), accusing it of mishandling his injury earlier that year and claiming to have evidence to back his allegations.
With this turbulent chapter behind him, Qadir has returned to Australia with hopes of rebuilding his career. “Cricket is my livelihood, I have come to Australia with a plan for my future,” Qadir said. “I am hopeful and determined that I will get good opportunities in cricket only.”
Qadir’s move to Australia also underscores his focus on embracing his father’s legacy while forging his own path. “As I step into this new chapter, I will be continuing my dad’s legacy, embracing both my love for cricket and the lessons he instilled in me,” he said last year.
Sources indicate that his family is expected to join him soon as he seeks to make his name in Australian cricket.