Usama Mir Joins Worcestershire Cricket Club
The three-year contract is a testament to the club's commitment to investing in top talent, and Mir's experience and skills are expected to play a crucial role in the team's success in the upcoming seasons, bringing a new level of excitement and competition to the world of English county cricket.
Worcestershire County Cricket Club has signed Pakistani leg-spinner Usama Mir on a three-year contract, focusing on T20 cricket, with plans for him to transition from an overseas player to a local player by 2027.
The 29-year-old spinner brings a wealth of international experience, having represented Pakistan in all formats and featured in prominent T20 leagues. His consistent control and ability to take crucial wickets are expected to enhance Worcestershire's spin attack, providing a significant boost to the team's prospects in the upcoming seasons.
Mir's signing is seen as a strategic move by the club's leadership, with CEO Ashley Giles highlighting the contract's length and Mir's transition to homegrown status as providing flexibility in squad management. This move is also a statement of intent, indicating the club's ambition to strengthen the squad with international quality players while investing in youth development.
Usama Mir previously played for Worcestershire in 2023, impressing with his all-round performance. Although a planned return in 2024 was scuttled due to visa complications, the club's chief executive, Ashley Giles, has hailed Mir as a "high-calibre cricketer" with the skills and temperament to make a real impact.
With Mir's signing, Worcestershire County Cricket Club is poised to make a significant impact in the world of T20 cricket, and fans are eagerly awaiting his return to the team in the 2026 season.