LAHORE: Pakistani women’s cricket star Nahida Khan has announced her retirement from international cricket 14 years after making her One-day International (ODI) debut in Bogra, Bangladesh, against Sri Lanka on 7th of February 2009.
According to local media, Women player Nahida became the only female cricketer from Balochistan to represent Pakistan. Nahida represented the national women’s cricket team in 120 international cricket matches, scoring 2,014 runs and taking one wicket.
The right-handed batter holds the record for the most catches in ODI matches, taking four catches in Pakistan’s 94-run win over Sri Lanka in Dambulla in 2018.
The female star represented Pakistan in three 50-over World Cups (2013, 2017, and 2022) and four Twenty-20 World Cups (2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018).
Nahida has made a foray into the coaching field, having recently worked as the assistant coach of Blasters in the Pakistan Cup Women’s Cricket Tournament in Karachi.
Previously, Nahida deputized head coach Taufiq Umar’s Amazons side, which won the Women’s League exhibition matches 2-1 against Super Women in March.
Reflecting on her retirement, Nahida said: I’m grateful for the unwavering support I received throughout my cricket career. I want to thank my family, coaches, teammates, and the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for their guidance and belief in my abilities.
I also want to thank the passionate followers who supported me throughout my journey in Pakistan and globally.
Head of Women’s Cricket, Tania Mallick, said: Nahida Khan’s contribution to women’s cricket in Pakistan will be remembered.
Her dedication, cricket skill, and constant determination have left an indelible mark on the cricket game, inspiring generations of players to follow their dreams and pursue greatness.
As Nahida embarks on the next chapter of her life, the cricketing fraternity, followers, and well-wishers extend their warmest wishes.
