Pakistan pacer fast Wahab Riaz has announced his retirement from the international stage. The left-arm speed merchant, known for his thunderous deliveries and indomitable spirit, has etched his name in cricketing history, leaving an indelible mark that will echo through the annals of the sport.
Riaz’s tryst with international cricket ignited in 2008, donning the green jersey in a clash against Zimbabwe. However, destiny’s path meandered, and it wasn’t until the hallowed grounds of The Oval in 2010 that Riaz truly unfurled his Test cricket voyage against England. A mesmerising display of skill and grit saw him snatch a staggering 5-wicket haul, etching his name alongside the luminaries as the ninth Pakistani bowler to achieve such a feat on a Test debut.
Numbers don’t lie, and Riaz’s figures narrate a story of their own – 83 scalps in 27 Tests, 120 wickets in 91 ODIs, and 34 takedowns in 36 T20 skirmishes. Yet, the cricketing fates took a twist, sidelining him from the international arena since his T20 showdown with New Zealand in Hamilton back in 2020. A testament to the ever-evolving nature of cricket, where new faces rise to prominence and veterans pen their final chapters.
The charismatic speedster shared his momentous decision on X, known as Twitter.
https://twitter.com/WahabViki/status/1691695647773348281
Even though the international curtain falls, Riaz’s cricketing odyssey continues to flourish, as he commits to the pulsating world of T20 franchise cricket.
As Wahab Riaz bids adieu to the international stage, cricket enthusiasts worldwide salute his contributions and eagerly await his further exploits in the vibrant tapestry of franchise cricket.
