22-Year-Old Ihsanullah Announces Retirement from Pakistan Super League
Author: Joy Sarcar
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Shocking early retirement announced by Pakistan fast Bowler Ihsanullah from PSL took over the cricket news this Wednesday. The 22 year old right-arm pacer records 22 wickets in 12 matches in Pakistan Super League 2023 making him the second-best wicket seeker of the season.
Ihsanullah released a statement on retirement from the PSL who has also played and gave a considerable contribution for Multan Sultans with a bowling pace of 150 Kmph. He was a threat for making veteran batters just with his debuts in ODI and T20I formats for Pakistan.
Ihsanullah Sheds Light on What Made him Take this Decision
Ihsanullah met with an elbow injury which kept him away from the PSL 2024 season and since then, he was unable to get back his pace. His agony was evident in the recent interview with the public News.
- Ihsanullah mentioned about his retirement decision from the PSL as he no longer wishes to play for the franchise. He denied getting back to the league.
- He also stated that his priority is now performing better in domestic cricket and instead of playing in PSL.
- He expressed dissatisfaction on support he was expecting as no one tried reaching out to him and conveniently searched other replacements.
- Though he agreed that Multan Sultans’ owner Ali Tareen had earlier encouraged Ihsanullah for his outstanding performance in the game.
Resolute to Turn Critics Wrong Regarding His Pace
Ihsanullah also stated that teams chase you when one performs good in franchise cricket. He showed determination to focus on improving his performance further and heading the bowling speed of 150-160 Km/h. He confirmed of returning back as stronger than ever.
Ihsanullah Admitted Impulsive Retirement and Reversed Decision
Another dramatic turn stepped in as the fast bowler took back his retirement decision within 24 hours of issuing it along with apology for the same.
- Ihsanullah accepted that he decided to leave PSL permanently in heat of the moment and shared an apology for the same.
- The 22 year old pacer declined the announcement as he was frustrated on not being selected for the Season 10 squad.
- Lack of recognition and no consideration for the past performances made Ihsanullah take this call in aggression.
- He further stated that he has no plans of retirement as it was a haste call to stay away from Pakistan’s T20 premier league. It was a messed up situation for him as he was angry and the friends as well as family around also left him disturbed.
Further reports claim that he pledges to pull up his socks and make a comeback, thus expecting consideration from teams in leagues ahead. He also shared an apology for remarks made for Multan Sultans.
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