Nahida Khan, one of Pakistan’s most accomplished women’s cricketers, has announced her retirement from international cricket. Khan made her ODI debut in 2009 and went on to represent Pakistan in three Cricket World Cups and four T20 World Cups. She was a key member of the Pakistan team that reached the final of the 2022 T20 World Cup.
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Nahida Khan was a talented and consistent batter who was known for her ability to score runs in all conditions. She was also a good fielder and held the record for the most catches in an ODI inning by a Pakistani woman.
“I am grateful for the opportunity to represent Pakistan and that I would cherish the memories of my career,” Khan said in her retirement announcement.
“I want to thank my, teammates, coaches, family, and the Pakistan Cricket Board for their support,” she added.
Khan’s retirement is a big loss for Pakistan cricket. She was a role model for many young cricketers and her contribution to the game will be remembered for many years to come.
A Career of Success
Khan’s international career was full of success. She scored over 4,000 runs in ODIs and over 2,000 runs in T20Is. She was also a consistent performer in the ICC Women’s Championship, averaging over 40 in the tournament.
Khan’s best performance came in the 2022 T20 World Cup. She scored 205 runs in six matches, including a match-winning 96 against West Indies in the semi-finals.
A Legacy of Inspiration
Khan’s retirement is a sad day for Pakistan cricket, but her legacy will live on. She was a role model for many young cricketers and her contribution to the game will be remembered for many years to come.
Khan is sure to continue to be involved in cricket in the years to come. She has already moved into coaching, with experience in Pakistan domestic cricket as an assistant. She is sure to be a valuable asset to any team she coaches.
Nahida has a significant contribution to women’s cricket in Pakistan. She has emerged as one of the most inspiring women cricketers in the region. After 14 years long career, the phenomenal batter came to an end her career as she now found her passion in teaching young women cricketers.
