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India.com
2 days ago
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Nicholas Pooran to Heinrich Klaasen: Players who retired from international cricket at young age to, one Indian in the list
Saqlain Mushtaq was the youngest to retire from international cricket. This legendary Pakistani bowler retired from international cricket at the age of just 27. The reason behind his retirement was knee problems. Nicholas Pooran has retired from international cricket at the age of 29. He is fully fit, but wants to focus only on franchise cricket. This is the reason why after playing more than 160 matches, he has distanced himself from international cricket at this age. Quinton de Kock is at number three in this list, who retired from ODIs and Test cricket at the age of just 30. He plays T20 international cricket, but the decision to leave two formats is in itself like moving away from international cricket. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) The name of Ravi Shastri is also included in the list of players who retired from international cricket at a young age, who left international cricket at the age of 30. He also had knee problems. Due to this, he went away from international cricket. Image credit: X (Formerly Twitter) England's Andrew Flintoff played his last international match at the age of 31. Due to knee and back problems, he also had to distance himself from international cricket early. Pakistan's fast bowler Waqar Younis also distanced himself from international cricket due to injury. At that time he was just 32 years old. Heinrich Klaasen's name has also been included in this list. He has retired from international cricket at the age of 33. He also wants to focus on franchise cricket. He is fit, but still does not want to play for South Africa.
Express Tribune
10-04-2025
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Shadab breaks silence on team selection criticism linked to Saqlain Mushtaq
Listen to article Pakistan all-rounder Shadab Khan has rejected allegations that his recent return to the national team was due to favouritism linked to his father-in-law and former head coach, Saqlain Mushtaq. Khan, who rejoined the squad as vice-captain for the T20I series against New Zealand after a long absence, addressed criticism suggesting his selection was influenced by his familial ties with Saqlain Mushtaq, who has held several roles in the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), including at the National Cricket Academy. 'It is frustrating and disappointing to hear such things because my career is nearly seven years long,' he told local media. 'I have given some good performances since debuting for Pakistan. Yes, I am learning a lot from Saqlain Mushtaq because of his strong cricket coaching background. But it does not mean he is doing me favours,' he said. 'It hurts when the connection with Saqlain Mushtaq is repeatedly brought up.' Khan emphasised that while Saqlain's experience has helped him refine his bowling, his selection is based on merit, not personal connections. 'I have been trying to improve my bowling by working with my father-in-law because I consider myself more beneficial to the team as a bowler than a batter,' he added. 'Saqlain Mushtaq is working with me to improve my bowling. I am hopeful that with his guidance, good results will follow, and there will be consistency in my performances.'
Express Tribune
03-03-2025
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Prove you are better: Saqlain challenges India
Former Pakistan spinner Saqlain Mushtaq has thrown a major challenge to India after Pakistan's crushing defeat to India in the ICC Champions Trophy. Speaking on a private TV channel, the former cricketer said, "If the Indians are so confident that their team is better than Pakistan, they should play 10 Tests, 10 One-Day Internationals, and 10 T20 matches to prove it." He acknowledged that while political differences between Pakistan and India should be kept aside, the Indian team does have some very talented cricketers and is performing well. However, Saqlain Mushtaq also admitted that the current Pakistani team is not perfect but stressed that these issues are not beyond fixing. He added, "If we prepare properly, we can still defeat India and other teams." Saqlain further noted that despite the inclusion of several former cricketers in the Pakistan cricket team, board, and management, there has been no noticeable improvement in the team's performance. It is worth mentioning that Pakistan, hosting the ICC event on home soil for the first time in 29 years, was eliminated from the tournament after two heavy losses in their first two matches. Their final group match against Bangladesh was abandoned due to rain, leaving them without a win and ending their campaign. Babar unlikely to make T20 squad for NZ tour Babar Azam will miss his spot in Pakistan's T20I squad against New Zealand, which is scheduled to start from March 16. Pakistan will play three T20Is and five ODIs against New Zealand. Mohammad Rizwan-led Pakistan are currently facing a lot of criticism after their Champions Trophy 2025 fiasco. Despite hosts Pakistan was among the first team to get disqualified from the mega event after losing their first two group stage matches against New Zealand and India respectively. After getting out from the Champions Trophy, Pakistan are scheduled to travel to New Zealand for the white ball series that includes three T20Is followed by five ODIs. Former Pakistan captain Babar Azam faced a lot of criticism for his slow knock against New Zealand and for his dismal performance against India. As per Cricket Pakistan, Babar Azam is unlikely to be part of Pakistan's T20 squad for the tour. Discussions have also begun regarding senior players taking a break from the series. However, no final decision has been made regarding Babar Azam's inclusion in the ODI squad. The report also added that Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) management has decided to include young players in the T20 squad for the New Zealand tour.
Express Tribune
20-02-2025
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Shami equals Saqlain Mushtaq's record, joins elite list with new milestone
Listen to article India's fast bowler Mohammed Shami has etched his name in history by becoming the fastest Indian to reach 200 wickets in One Day Internationals (ODIs), while also becoming the second-fastest bowler to achieve the feat, equaling Pakistan's Saqlain Mushtaq. Shami achieved this milestone during India's ICC Champions Trophy clash against Bangladesh in Dubai, dismissing a well-set Jaker Ali in the 43rd over. This crucial wicket broke a 154-run partnership between Ali and Towhid Hridoy, giving India a much-needed breakthrough. Shami's relentless pace was on full display as he took five wickets in the match, including key dismissals of Soumya Sarkar, Mehidy Hasan Miraz, Jaker Ali, Taskin Ahmed, and Tanzim Hasan, helping India dismiss Bangladesh for 228 in 49.4 overs. Known for his consistency, Shami is one of India's most reliable wicket-takers in ODIs. He also holds the record for being the fastest Indian to reach 100 and 150 wickets in the format. By reaching 200 wickets in 104 matches, Shami joins an elite list of fast bowlers. He shares the second-fastest record with Pakistan's Saqlain Mushtaq, just behind Australia's Mitchell Starc, who achieved the feat in 102 matches. Fastest to 200 ODI wickets (by matches)
