Imad had previously retired in November 2023 but made a comeback following a triumphant campaign in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024
15 June, 2024
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Pakistani cricketers Mohammad Amir and Imad Wasim are once again set to retire from international cricket, with an official announcement expected soon.
Imad had previously retired in November 2023 but made a comeback following a triumphant campaign in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) 2024, where he helped Islamabad United to victory and earned the Player of the Match award in the final against Multan Sultans. Amir had previously retired from international cricket in 2020.
Both players returned to international cricket to participate in the T20 World Cup 2024.
“As far as retirement is concerned, we have a match tomorrow. We will play the match and after that we will think. To be honest, a lot of things are about to be sorted out in the Pakistan team. The PCB chairman and officials will sort them out,” Imad said in the press conference on Saturday ahead of Ireland game.
Imad had before the tournament explained their comeback by stating, "We came back for one reason: not just for the sake of playing. Amir and I returned to have one last go and win the World Cup. We've been playing in T20 World Cup semi-finals and finals, which is a significant achievement."
He added that his return was motivated by a desire to represent Pakistan at the highest level and to finish his career on a high note, aiming to bring joy to the nation.
Despite their high hopes, Pakistan was unable to advance past the first round of the T20 World Cup, prompting Amir and Imad to contemplate retirement once more. They will, however, continue to play in various cricket leagues.
Their final appearance for Pakistan will be in a match against Ireland on Sunday.
