Young, composed, and still finding his place at senior level, Al-Hashmi represents the newer wave of Qatari defenders shaped by Aspire Academy. The Al-Arabi centre-back has steadily progressed over the years, having also spent time in Spain playing for the B teams of AD Alcorcon and CD Calahorra. The 2025-26 season marked his breakthrough in Qatari football, as he earned valuable playing time for Al-Arabi, and even got on the scoresheet in the Amir Cup.

Outside Qatar, however, his name first gained attention for reasons far removed from his defensive development. On his senior international debut, during a qualifier against India, he inadvertently became central to a major controversy when he rolled a ball back into play that had crossed the line, allowing Yousef Ayman to score. With no VAR in place, the incident went uncorrected, the goal stood, and Al-Hashmi found himself at the centre of a storm in opposition media.

Since that moment, he has not featured in another qualifier, but his international pathway has continued. Appearances under Luis Garcia in the 2024 Gulf Cup and later under Julen Lopetegui at the 2025 Arab Cup suggested renewed trust in his development. The 22-year-old has now been rewarded with a place in Qatar’s World Cup squad, as one of the youngest members.