Wahab Riaz announces retirement from international cricket
Wahab has represented Pakistan in 27 Tests, 91 ODIs, and 36 T20Is.
In a bittersweet moment, Wahab Riaz on Wednesday announced retirement from international cricket.
Pakistan as left-arm fast bowler Wahab Riaz announced his decision in a presser held in Lahore.
Wahab Riaz got emotional after talking about his retirement from International Cricket
However, the 38-year-old will continue to play in T20 leagues around the world.
Later in the day, he shared the development in a post on his official X-handle, formerly known as Twitter.
“Stepping off the international pitch. After an incredible journey, I’ve decided to retire from international cricket. Big thank you to PCB, my family, coaches, mentors, teammates, fans, and everyone who supported me,” Riaz said.
“Exciting times ahead in the world of franchise cricket!” he added.
🏏 Stepping off the international pitch
— Wahab Riaz (@WahabViki) August 16, 2023
🌟 After an incredible journey, I've decided to retire from international cricket. Big thank you to PCB, my family, coaches, mentors, teammates, fans, and everyone who supported me. 🙏
Exciting times ahead in the world of franchise…
The Lahore-born made his ODI and T20I debut in 2008 and made his first Test appearance in 2010 against England at The Oval.
Riaz bagged figures of 5 for 63, becoming the ninth Pakistan bowler to claim five wickets on debut.
Wahab has represented Pakistan in 27 Tests, 91 ODIs, and 36 T20Is.
He claimed more than 200 wickets in international cricket.
Happy Retirement
Pakistan cricket fans took to social media to react to Wahab Riaz’s retirement announcement and also shared their favourite Wahab Riaz’s cricket moments.
Happy Retirement, Wahab Riaz. Thank You So Much for Such Memorable Moments♥️🙌.#WahabRiaz pic.twitter.com/ZVcCbpWQtn
— Shaharyar Ejaz 🏏 (@SharyOfficial) August 16, 2023
Wishing Wahab Riaz a happy retirement 🤗#WahabRiazpic.twitter.com/01kcPB1yz6
— KL (@007KL_) August 16, 2023
You will forever be remembered by this spell.
— M (@anngrypakiistan) August 16, 2023
This was an absolute feast for eyes, the thrill of which remains to this day. Happy retirement.
pic.twitter.com/1ZeikXzGr4
This Six of Wahab Riaz >>> This spell against Watson. pic.twitter.com/egdFvxAUED
— Nawaz 🇵🇰 (@Rnawaz31888) August 16, 2023
Wahab Riaz announced retirement from international cricket. He bowled one of the greatest spells in world Cup history. Streets will never forget this spell.
— Tehseen Qasim (@Tehseenqasim) August 16, 2023
Happy Retirement legend! #WahabRiaz pic.twitter.com/6CadruNPMM
