Lahore, Pakistani all-rounder Imad Wasim has announced his retirement from international cricket, concluding an illustrious eight-year career with the national team. The 34-year-old cricketer has been a vital part of the Pakistan cricket team since his debut in May 2015.

According to Pakistan Cricket Board, Imad made his international debut against Zimbabwe and went on to represent Pakistan in 55 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and 66 Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). Throughout his career, he took 109 wickets and scored 1,472 runs. Imad has been a crucial member of the Pakistan squad, contributing significantly to several major tournaments, including the 2017 Champions Trophy, the 2016 T20 World Cup, the 2019 World Cup, and the 2021 T20 World Cup.

In his statement, Imad expressed his gratitude to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and highlighted that representing Pakistan was a dream come true. He reflected on the exciting times ahead for Pakistan cricket with new coaches and leadership. Imad thanked the Pakistan fans for their unwavering support and expressed eagerness to focus on the next stage of his career outside the international arena.

PCB Chairman Zaka Ashraf recognized Imad as a valuable asset to Pakistan cricket, especially in white-ball formats. While respecting Imad’s decision to retire, he acknowledged that his presence on the field would be greatly missed. On behalf of the PCB and its management committee, Ashraf extended sincere thanks to Imad for his services and wished him success in his future endeavors.