ISLAMABAD, June 15: Pakistan batter Nahida Khan has announced her retirement from international cricket, following a 14-year career for her country.
Debuting in February 2009 against Sri Lanka, Nahida went on to represent Pakistan in three
Cricket World Cups (2013, 2017 and 2022) and in four T20 World Cups (2012, 2014, 2016
and 2018).
Upon her announcement, Nahida thanked her support group, the ICC reported.
“I am grateful to the unwavering support I received throughout my career. I want to thank my family, teammates, coaches, and the Pakistan Cricket Board for their guidance and belief in my abilities,” she said.
“I also want to thank the passionate fans who supported throughout my journey, both in Pakistan and across the globe,” Nahida said.
Nahida finishes with over 2000 runs in international cricket, and raised her bat for eight half-centuries, including a knock of 66 against Australia in Kuala Lumpur back in 2018.
She also holds the record for the most catches in an ODI innings, taking four catches in a win over
Sri Lanka in Dambulla in the same year.
Pakistan’s Head of Women’s Cricket Tania Mallick says Nahida’s contribution to the game in the country has put it in a better place than when she started.
“Nahida Khan’s contribution to women’s cricket in Pakistan will be remembered. Her dedication,
skill, and constant determination have left an indelible mark on the game, inspiring generations of cricketers to follow their dreams and pursue greatness,” she said.
“As Nahida embarks on the next chapter of her life, the cricketing fraternity, fans, and well-wishers extend their warmest wishes,” Mallick added.
Nahida has already moved into coaching, with experience in Pakistan domestic cricket as an assistant.
(UNI)
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