Pakistan pacer Aiman Anwer announces retirement from international cricket

Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, that fast bowler Aiman Anwer has stepped away from international cricket with immediate effect, bringing the curtain down on a decade-long career in the national colours. Born on September 14, 1991, Anwer retires at the age of 34, having represented Pakistan across two limited-overs formats. Her international record stands at 37 T20Is and 8 ODIs, with 29 wickets in the shortest format and 4 wickets in ODI cricket, giving her a combined tally of 33 international wickets for Pakistan women's cricket. Anwer made her T20I debut on July 5, 2016, against England, becoming the 37th player to represent Pakistan in the format. From that first appearance, she went on to serve as a regular member of the pace attack across multiple international cycles spanning nearly seven years. Across 37 T20I appearances, Anwer accumulated 29 wickets, making her a dependable contributor in Pakistan's bowling unit. Her ability to operate with the new ball gave the side a