Pakistani leg spinner Osman Gadir On Thursday, October 3, he stunned the cricketing world by announcing his retirement from ‘Pakistan cricket’.
Usman, son of the legendary Abdul Qadir, played for the Dolphins in the Champions One-Day Trophy before making his official decision on his official X (formerly Twitter) account on Thursday.
Usman Qadir has announced his retirement from International Cricket
In an emotional message on social media, the 31-year-old shared his decision to step away from cricket while expressing his pride in representing the country at the highest level.
Gadir also expressed his gratitude to his teammates, coaches and fans who supported him throughout his career.
In a note placed on his X arm, Usman Qadir said, “Today I announce my retirement from Pakistan cricket and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude as I reflect on this incredible journey. It is a great honor to represent my country and I am grateful for the support of my coaches and teammates who have been with me every step of the way.”
Thinking about the memories and challenges he faced throughout his career, the leg-spinner said that this chapter of his life left an indelible mark on him.
Thanks for everything: Usman Qadir fans
He further noted, “From the unforgettable victories to the challenges we faced together, every moment has shaped my career and enriched my life. I deeply appreciate the passionate fans who are always there for me; Your unwavering support has meant the world.”
However, Usman bid farewell to his international career with the Green Men, but stressed that he will carry on his father’s legacy as he embarks on a new chapter in his cricketing journey.
Osman signed off, “As I step into this new chapter, I will carry on my father’s legacy, embracing both my love of cricket and the lessons he instilled in me. I carry with me the spirit of Pakistan cricket and the cherished memories we have created together. Thank you for everything.”
— Usman Qadir (@Qadircricketer) October 3, 2024
It should be noted that Usman is the son of late Pakistani leg-spinner Abdul Qadir. He has represented the Men in Green in 25 T20Is and has taken 31 wickets at an economy rate of 7.95. He also played a single ODI for the Men in Green and picked just one wicket against South Africa in 2021.
His last appearance for the Men in Green was against Bangladesh in a T20I in 2023. Usman has big numbers in white-ball cricket, with 68 wickets in 49 List A matches and 112 wickets in 107 T20s. He also played in 13 first-class matches and took 21 wickets.
Usman Qadir claimed the role of Muhammad Hafiz in his Pakistan lie
In May 2024, Qadir made headlines by blaming former PCB technical director Muhammad Hafiz for his expulsion from the Pakistan cricket team.
Speaking on a local YouTube channel, Usman revealed that he had received assurances from former T20 captain Shaheen Afridi about his selection for the New Zealand series in January, but Hafeez rejected his selection.
Usman alleged that Hafiz had repeatedly overlooked him for selection, accusing him of ruining his career. However, the former captain was later dismissed.
