Pakistani cricketer Ayesha Naseem surprises fans with early retirement announcement due to religious reasons

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Pakistan's 18-year-old cricket prodigy, Ayesha Naseem, has taken the cricketing world by surprise with her latest announcement regarding her decision to retire from international cricket. Despite her outstanding performance and potential, Ayesha has decided to step away from the sport that once held her future.Decision influenced by faith Citing her devotion to Islamic principles, Ayesha Naseem revealed it as the driving force behind her decision to retire.

She expressed her desire to lead her life in accordance with her religious beliefs, prompting her to bid farewell to a career that began with high hopes in 2020.A promising start Having represented Pakistan in both ODIs and T20Is, Ayesha's standout moment came during the T20 World Cup 2022 when she impressed with her quickfire batting against Australia. Cricket legend Wasim Akram once praised her as a 'serious talent,' but her retirement has left fans and cricket enthusiasts wondering about what might have been.PCB yet to confirm decision According to various reports, Ayesha Naseem has already reached out to the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to inform them of her decision.

However, an official confirmation from the PCB is yet to be released, leaving some uncertainty surrounding her early departure from the sport. Ayesha's choice to retire for religious reasons draws parallels with other professionals who have similarly stepped away from their careers.