Pakistan All-Rounder Imad Wasim Announces Retirement from International Cricket

Pakistan's 35-year-old all-rounder, Imad Wasim, has bid adieu to his international cricket career, citing it as "the greatest honour" of his life. The accomplished cricketer has decided to hang up his boots, despite a commendable comeback to the T20I format in the Caribbean.

Wasim's decision comes after a successful return to T20I cricket in the Caribbean, where he played an instrumental role in various matches. Despite this, he has expressed his desire to continue playing in domestic and franchise cricket, indicating that he wants to serve Pakistan's cricketing interests in different arenas. The all-rounder represented Pakistan in 130 matches between 2015 and 2024, including 75 T20 Internationals and 55 One-Day Internationals.

Wasim's illustrious career was marked by many milestones, including becoming the vice-captain of the team when Pakistan won the ICC Champions Trophy in 2017. Throughout his international career, Wasim accumulated 1540 runs and 117 wickets, solidifying his position as a valuable asset to Pakistan's cricketing team. His decision to retire from international cricket was greeted with gratitude from fans, with many praising his unwavering dedication to Pakistan's cricketing interests.

As Imad Wasim moves forward, fans eagerly await his performance in domestic and franchise cricket, hoping to see him continue entertaining audiences with his immense talent and skill. With his impressive career legacy, Wasim's retirement marks the end of an era, and his future endeavors will undoubtedly be watched closely by cricket enthusiasts around the world.