Former Pakistan cricketer wants Imad Wasim to withdraw his retirement decision

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: Nov 25, 2023, 19:58 IST

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Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has made a plea to all-rounder Imad Wasim to rethink his choice of retiring from international cricket. Imad, the 34-year-old all-rounder, revealed his decision to step away from cricket through a social media post on Friday, citing his belief that the timing was right for his departure from the sport. On Saturday, Latif expressed his views on X, hailing Imad as Pakistan's "top spinner" and encouraging him to reconsider his retirement from international cricket.

Former Pakistan cricketer wants Imad Wasim to withdraw his retirement decision

Imad Wasim (Photo by Alex Davidson/Getty Images)

NEW DELHI: Former Pakistan captain Rashid Latif has appealed to all-rounder Imad Wasim to reconsider his decision to retire from international cricket.
Imad, the 34-year-old all-rounder, announced his retirement from cricket via a social media post on Friday, expressing his belief that the timing is appropriate to step away from the sport.
Latif on Saturday took to X, labelling Imad as Pakistan's "best spinner" and urging him to reverse his retirement from international cricket.
"Imad Wasim should withdraw his retirement decision, Pakistan team's best spin bowler is Imad and can help a lot in batting. In the World Cup, if the most effective player of the team will not be there, it is not a loss for Imad, it is a loss for Pakistan. Mohammad Hafeez wants them to bring Imad back. If you want to play leagues, then separate from the central contract, but keep yourself available for the Pakistan team," Rashid wrote on X.

Imad shared a heartfelt note to announce his retirement thanking the PCB as well as the fans for the support that they showed him throughout his career.
"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," he said in a statement.
"I would like to thank the PCB for all their support over the years - it has truly been an honour to represent Pakistan. 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," Imad added.
ALL ABOUT IMAD WASIM

The Welsh-born Imad made his international debut with the Men in Green in May 2015 in a T20I against Zimbabwe at Lahore.
Imad, a left-handed batter, played 55 ODIs scoring 986 runs averaging 42.86 and he plucked 44 wickets with his left-arm spin.
From 66 T20Is, Imad made 486 runs and took 65 wickets.
Imad's final outing for his country was in April this year in a T20I against New Zealand at Rawalpindi.

IMAD - A KEY MAN IN PAKISTAN SET UP:

All-Round brilliance: Imad established himself as a versatile all-rounder in Pakistan's cricketing landscape. His adeptness in both batting and left-arm spin bowling has made him a valuable asset to the team across formats.
Captaincy stint: Imad's captaincy tenure provided glimpses of his tactical understanding and ability to motivate the team.
Vital performances: Known for his knack to deliver under pressure, Imad showcased pivotal performances in crucial matches.
Global T20 Leagues: Beyond international cricket, Imad's presence and performances in leagues around the world have not only honed his skills but also expanded his experience in different cricketing conditions.
Consistency and adaptability: Whether it's anchoring the innings with the bat or tying down opposition batsmen with his spin, Imad displayed adaptability, contributing significantly to Pakistan's cricketing endeavors.

(With inputs from agencies)

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