Tahir Naqqash was a medium fast bowler who didn't shine up to his potential. He played 15 tests and 40 ODIs for Pakistan but failed to make a big impact. In his career, he managed to take 34 wickets in each format during his 5 years career.
On debut, playing as part of a young and inexperienced Pakistan side, Tahir Naqqash and Rashid Khan led the Pakistan pace attack in the absence of Sikandar Bakht who had retired hurt after bowling just one over.