Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz introduced his retirement from worldwide cricket on Wednesday, August 16. Wahab, who final performed for Pakistan in December 2020, was appointed because the caretaker Sports Minister of Pakistan’s Punjab Province. The 38-year-old, nevertheless, will proceed to play franchise cricket throughout the globe. In his worldwide profession, Wahab performed 27 Tests, 91 ODIs and 36 T20Is, selecting a complete of 237 wickets throughout codecs. Taking to Twitter, Wahab introduced his resolution to bid adieu to worldwide cricket, and thanked everybody related to him in his journey.

“Stepping off the international pitch. After an incredible journey, I’ve decided to retire from international cricket. Big thank you to PCB, my family, coaches, mentors, teammates, fans, and everyone who supported me. Exciting times ahead in the world of franchise cricket!,” Wahab tweeted.

Stepping off the worldwide pitch

After an unimaginable journey, I’ve determined to retire from worldwide cricket. Big thanks to PCB, my household, coaches, mentors, teammates, followers, and everybody who supported me.

Exciting instances forward on this planet of franchise…

— Wahab Riaz (@WahabViki) August 16, 2023

Wahab revealed that he has been excited about his retirement for the previous two years.

“I have been speaking about my retirement plans past two years, that 2023 is my target to retire from International cricket, and I feel comfortable now more than ever that I have served my country and National team to the best I could have. It has been an honor and a privilege to represent Pakistan on the international stage. As I bid farewell to this chapter, I am thrilled to embark on a new adventure in franchise cricket, where I hope to entertain and inspire audiences while competing against some of the best talents in the world,” he mentioned in an in depth assertion.

Notably, Wahab is the main wicket taker within the PSL with 113 wickets. In reality, he’s the one bowler to breach the 100-wicket mark.