Ahmed Raza: The Former UAE Captain Announces Retirement From International Cricket
Ahmed Raza: The Former UAE captain announced his retirement from international cricket. Crucial in the UAE’s rebuilding over the last three years, Ahmed Raza will now oversee the team from the role of assistant coach.
The UAE’s most successful captain was:-
Raza was the United Arab Emirates’ most successful captain in the limited overs format. Under his leadership, the team won 14 out of 29 ODIs and 18 out of 27 T20 matches.
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The left-arm spinner took 64 ODI wickets at an average of 30.06 and an economy rate of 4.12. In T20Is, he took 37 wickets at an average of 31.83 and an economy rate of 6.61.
The 34-year-old took to social media to announce his retirement, stating that it was the right time for him to step away from the game.
Announcing his retirement from all formats:-
“It is with great pride that I announce my retirement from all forms of cricket.
After much thought, I believe that this is the right time to step away from the game that has given me so much love and respect for the last 17 years.
Raza leading his team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2022 was a special moment.
Who supported me throughout my career?
“While there are many people who have supported me throughout my career – I want to give a special thanks to Aqib Javed.
who contributed a lot to my success and made me a complete professional out of a novice. I am looking forward to what the future holds.
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After retirement, Raza will join the UAE support staff in the role of assistant coach.