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Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim announces retirement from international cricket

ISLAMABAD — Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim has announced retirement from international Cricket.

Imad, who played 55 ODIs and 66 T20Is for Pakistan announced his retirement in a post on X (formerly Twitter) on Friday. He last represented Pakistan in April this year in a T20I against New Zealand in Rawalpindi.

“In recent days I have been doing a lot of thinking about my international career and I have come to the conclusion that now is the right time for me to announce my retirement from international cricket,” Imad said in a post on X (formerly Twitter).

“I would like to thank the PCB for all their support over the years – it has truly been an honour to represent Pakistan.”

“Each of my 121 appearances across the ODI and T201 formats was a dream come true. It’s an exciting time for Pakistan cricket going forwards with new coaches and leadership incoming. I wish all involved every success and I look forward to watching the team excel,” the post said.

“Thank you to the Pakistan fans for always supporting me with such passion. A final thank you to my family and friends who have been so important in helping me achieve at the highest level. I now look forward to focussing on the next stage of my playing career away from the international stage,” the post said.

The PCB has thanked Imad for his services to Pakistan Cricket over the years and wished him all the best for his future endeavours.