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Rashid Latif calls on Imad Wasim to reverse retirement decision

Yesterday, Imad Wasim officially announced his retirement from international cricket

Rashid Latif calls on Imad Wasim to reverse retirement decision PHOTO: AFP

Former Pakistan wicket-keeper batter, Rashid Latif, has called on all-rounder Imad Wasim to reconsider his choice to retire from international cricket. 

Latif took to the social media platform 'X' and emphasized the valuable contribution Imad brings to the team, labeling him as Pakistan's best spinner and a crucial asset with the bat.

“Imad Wasim should reconsider his retirement decision. He is Pakistan's best spinner and can be very helpful in batting as well. If the team's most effective player isn't in the World Cup, it's not just Imad's loss, it's Pakistan's loss.”

“Mohammad Hafeez should strive to bring Imad back. If leagues need to be played, consider separation from the central contract, but keep yourself available for the Pakistan team,” Rashid Latif wrote.

 

عماد وسیم کو ریٹائرمنٹ کا فیصلہ واپس لینا چائیے ، پاکستان ٹیم کا سب سے اچھا اسپن باولر عماد ہی ہے اور بیٹنگ میں بہت مدد مل سکتی ہے ۔ ورلڈ کپ میں اگر ٹیم کا سب سے کارآمد کھلاڑی نہیں ہو گا تو اس میں عماد کا نقصان نہیں اس میں پاکستان کا نقصان ہے ۔ محمد حفیظ کو چاہیے کے وہ عماد کو… pic.twitter.com/hmrIUPdAB0

— Rashid Latif | 🇵🇰 (@iRashidLatif68) November 25, 2023

Yesterday, the left-hand batter had officially announced his retirement from all formats of international cricket.

 

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— Imad Wasim (@simadwasim) November 24, 2023

It is worth noting that during his career, the 34-year-old participated in 55 ODI matches, accumulating 986 runs while also securing 44 wickets. 

In the T20Is, Imad boasts 66 appearances, where he not only contributed 486 runs but also claimed an impressive 65 wickets.