Pakistan‘s esteemed cricketer Nahida Khan has decided to bid farewell to her international cricket career, marking the end of a remarkable 14-year journey. Nahida, who made her One-Day International (ODI) debut against in February 2009, has left an indelible mark on the sport.
Hailing from Balochistan, Nahida became a trailblazer by becoming the sole female cricketer from the province to represent Pakistan at the highest level. Throughout her international career, she exhibited consistency, talent, and determination, showcasing her skills in 120 matches for the national women’s team.
Nahida’s contributions with the bat yielded a total of 2,014 runs, accompanied by a solitary wicket to her name. Her impact extended beyond the individual statistics, as she demonstrated exceptional fielding prowess, particularly in one memorable ODI match. In Pakistan’s resounding 94-run victory over Sri Lanka in Dambulla in 2018, Nahida secured a record by taking four catches in a single innings, setting a benchmark for future cricketers.
The veteran cricketer had the privilege of representing Pakistan in three 50-over World Cups (2013, 2017, and 2022) and four T20 World Cups (2012, 2014, 2016, and 2018). Her participation in these prestigious tournaments reflects her consistency and the trust bestowed upon her by the team management.
Beyond her playing career, Nahida has embarked on a new venture in the field of coaching. Recently, she served as the assistant coach of the Blasters in the Pakistan Cup Women’s Cricket Tournament held in Karachi. Prior to that, she played a significant role as the deputy head coach of Taufiq Umar’s Amazons side, which emerged victorious in the Women’s League exhibition matches against the Super Women, securing a 2-1 series win in March.
“I am grateful to 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 throughout my journey, both in Pakistan and across the globe,” said Nahida in an official statement.
This article was first published at WomenCricket.com, a Cricket Times company.
