After Imad, Amir also bids farewell to international cricket

Pakistan’s national team fast bowler, Mohammad Amir, has announced his retirement from international cricket, following the same decision made by all-rounder Imad Wasim.

Amir posted on Instagram with a caption stating: "It is an honour to play for Pakistan in all three formats. I know it is a difficult decision, but I feel it is the right time to take on the responsibility for the next generation and take Pakistan cricket to new heights. I want to thank the PCB for always providing much-needed support over the years, and I look forward to seeing the team perform. I would also like to thank the Pakistani fans for always supporting me throughout my career."

32-year-old Mohammad Amir has played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20 Internationals for Pakistan since making his international debut in June 2009. He has taken 271 international wickets and scored 1,179 runs across all three formats.

Imad Wasim announced his retirement from all formats of international cricket on December 13. Both Amir and Imad last represented Pakistan in the 2024 T20 World Cup.

The two players have been key members of the Pakistan cricket team in recent years and also represented the Pakistan Under-19 team at the start of their respective careers.

Amir was part of the victorious 2009 ICC T20 World Cup squad, while both he and Imad were members of the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy-winning team.

Imad Wasim bids farewell to international cricket

Pakistan all-rounder Imad Wasim has announced his retirement from international cricket on Friday. 

Imad wrote in a message on Instagram, "To all fans & supporters. After much thought and reflection, I have decided to retire from international cricket. Representing Pakistan on the world stage has been the greatest honour of my life, and every moment wearing the green jersey has been unforgettable."

He further wrote, "Your unwavering support, love, and passion have always been my biggest strength. From the highs to the lows, your encouragement has pushed me to give my best for our beloved country. While this chapter comes to an end, I look forward to continuing my journey in cricket through domestic and franchise cricket, and I hope to keep entertaining you all in new ways. Thank you for everything. Pakistan Zindabad."

Imad Wasim had withdrawn his retirement before the T20 World Cup 2024.

Imad has represented Pakistan in 55 One Day Internationals (ODIs) and 75 Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is). He has not played any Test matches for the national team.

Imad made his ODI debut on July 19, 2015, against Sri Lanka in Colombo, and his T20I debut on May 24, 2015, against Zimbabwe in Lahore.