Pakistan women's team power-hitter Ayesha Naseem has decided to leave cricket in order to give more time to her religion, Islam.
Ayesha, who represented Pakistan women's team in four WODIs and 30 WT20Is, has told Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) about her decision.
According to sources within the PCB, the management has asked the cricketer to reconsider her decision.
The right-handed batter rose to fame due to her power-hitting skills. She scored a cameo of 20-ball 24 against Australia in 2023 to come into the limelight.
Overall, she has scored 402 runs in her international career so far.
Wasim Akram praises Ayesha Naseem
Legendary pacer Wasim Akram also heaped praise on Ayesha after her impressive cameo during the first T20 against Australia.
Taking to Twitter on Wednesday, Akram stated “now that’s some serious talent” while quoting a video of Ayesha’s first six in the innings.