Misbah announces retirement from international cricket

Speaking to the media at the Gaddafi Stadium, Misbah said he would try his best to end his career on a high note.

“I will continue to play domestic cricket for some time,” Misbah added.

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Reminiscing on his cricket career, Misbah emphasised that Pakistan’s No1 test ranking was among his highlights.

He said he was proud and content with whatever he had achieved during his cricketing journey.

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The skipper said his decision to quit was his own and was not brought about by any external pressure.

“I had decided to retire some time ago,” he said, adding that he would continue to play domestic cricket in the near future.

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“But I have not decided yet what I will do after retirement,” he remarked.

On Wednesday, Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Shahryar Khan said that the Test series against West Indies would be the last for Misbah-ul-Haq.

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Senior sports journalist Majid Bhatti said Misbah’s announcement is a positive for Pakistan cricket. “He [Misbah] has announced his retirement on a good note. Misbah guided Pakistan to several victories,” Bhatti added.

Former Pakistan skipper Wasim Akram speaking to Geo News said Misbah should be given a deserving farewell. “We need to change the trend and give our heroes a proper farewell,” Akram added.

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“Misbah was a match winning captain and guided Pakistan through troubled times which showed his character,” Akram told Geo News.

Wasim stressed that filling Misbah’s shoes would be a difficult task but whoever is appointed skipper should be supported by the PCB.

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