Sarfaraz Ahmed clears air on retirement speculation

Former Pakistan captain and current Team Director of Quetta Gladiators in PSL 10, Sarfaraz Ahmed, has clarified that he has not retired from cricket and will only make that decision when he feels the time is right.

In an exclusive interview with Cricket Pakistan, Sarfaraz opened up about his future plans and how stepping away from the game is never easy for any cricketer.

"I haven't announced my retirement yet," he said. 

"When someone has played cricket all their life, it obviously hurts to stay away from the game. There comes a time when every player has to step away from cricket, but I try to make the most of whatever matches I get," he added. 

The veteran wicketkeeper-batter added that he always keeps some hope alive for a comeback.

"I still keep some hope alive that maybe I’ll get another chance. I never said that I have to play for Pakistan — of course, it's every player’s dream to represent their country. I just want to perform well in whatever cricket I play and give my 100 percent," he further added.

Sarfaraz further said he would only announce retirement when he truly feels the time has come. 

“When I feel the moment has arrived, I’ll say it myself — yes, my cricket is over now,” he concluded.