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Nahida Khan, Pakistani Female Cricketer Announces Retirement
Nahida Khan, a former international cricket player for Pakistan, has declared her retirement. In a match against Sri Lanka in February 2009, the then-36-year-old made her debut for the national squad. Throughout her long and successful career, Nahida has racked up over a hundred appearances for Pakistan in a variety of categories.
And when she caught four times for Pakistan against Sri Lanka in an ODI innings in 2018, the opening batter set a new record.
In 66 ODIs for Pakistan, Nahida scored 1410 runs, while in 54 T20Is, she scored 604. She has competed in three ODI International World Cups (2013, 2017, and 2022) and four T20I World Cups (2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018) for Pakistan.
She also made an appearance after her retirement to share her thoughts on her career and express gratitude to her devoted following. She additionally expressed gratitude to the Pakistan Cricket Board for their support and direction.
"I am grateful for 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. I also want to thank the passionate fans who supported me throughout my journey, both in Pakistan and across the globe," Nahida Khan said according to The News International.
Nahida Khan has made a huge impact on Pakistan cricket, and Tania Mallick, the head of women's cricket, has remarked on that. Mallick added that she hoped her success would encourage young players to pursue their passion.
"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," Tania Mallick said.
"As Nahida embarks on the next chapter of her life, the cricket fraternity, fans, and well-wishers extend their warmest wishes," she added.