"I have decided to bid farewell to all formats of cricket," Umer Gul

“I have decided to bid farewell to all formats of cricket,” Umer Gul

Pakistani right-arm fast bowler Umer Gul, 36, has announced retirement from all forms of cricket.

Gul was born in Peshawar in a middle class family, and he made his debut in 2003. Throughout his career he has represented Pakistan from 2003-2016 in in 47 Tests, 130 ODIs and 60 T20Is.

The pacer tweeted about his retirement saying, “”I have decided to bid farewell to all formats of cricket after this National T20 Cup. I have always played for Pakistan with all my heart and 100% of hardwork. Cricket is and will always be my love n passion.”

With a very heavy heart and after a lot of thinking, i have decided to bid farewell to all formats of cricket after this National T20 Cup. I have always played for Pakistan with all my heart and 100% of hardwork. Cricket is and will always be my love n passion 1/3
— Umar Gul (@mdk_gul) October 16, 2020

The decision of his retirement came when last night his side Balochistan got eliminated from the National T20 Cup.

His fellow players has also praised the pacer’s contribution, and his memorable performances for Pakistan team.

– What a career you have had #UmarGul loved every bit of playing with you… #ThankYouUmarGul #Guldozer #Cricket #Pakistan pic.twitter.com/K99Ov5BEpP
— Shoaib Malik 🇵🇰 (@realshoaibmalik) October 16, 2020

A magnificent and real skillful fast bowler who I’ve had the honour to share the cricket field with & lead as a captain. His performances for @TheRealPCB speak volume of how great a servant he has been to the nation. Best wishes to you @mdk_gul & your family for the future. pic.twitter.com/PtTosun04B
— Younus Khan (@YounusK75) October 16, 2020

This tweet is to pay homage to one of the most skilled bowlers who wore green star on his chest. Congrats @mdk_gul on such a brilliant career. Your yorkers and match winning spells for Pakistan will always be remembered. #Respect #legend pic.twitter.com/JE0EEqNYdB
— Babar Azam (@babarazam258) October 16, 2020

Umar Gul @mdk_gul started his ODI (Sharjah) & Test (Karachi) careers in 2003 and went on to impress in all formats. He was an amazing servant. Congratulations on an impactful career & thank you for your service. pic.twitter.com/NuEufk0RdN
— Rashid Latif (@iRashidLatif68) October 16, 2020