‘Shubh kaam me deri kaise’ – Fans react as 24-year-old Naveen-ul-Haq set to be retired from ODIs after 2023 World Cup

As the ODI World Cup 2023 is just around the corner, almost all the participating nations have arrived in India to prepare themselves for the grand event. The upcoming World Cup may be the last grand event for many veteran cricketers while it also be the first major event for multiple youngsters.

Meanwhile, in a surprising turn of events, 24-year-old Afghanistan cricket sensation Naveen-ul-Haq has announced his retirement from the ODI format. Naveen will hang up his boots from the 50-over format after the 2023 World Cup. The decision has left fans and cricket enthusiasts around the world in shock, as Naveen-ul-Haq is considered one of the brightest talents in the cricketing world.

The young cricketer made the retirement announcement through his Instagram account, expressing gratitude to his fans, teammates, and cricketing authorities for their unwavering support throughout his career. He mentioned that he will be continuing to represent his team in the T20I format.

“It has been an absolute honour to represent my country would like to announce my retirement from the ODI format at the end of this World Cup and will continue to wear this blue jersey in t20 cricket for my country it hasn’t been an easy decision to make but to prolong my playing career had to take this tough decision would like to thank @afghanistancricketboard. And all my fans for their support and unwavering love,”

Naveen’s infamous clash with Virat Kohli

Naveen burst onto the international scene at a young age, showcasing his exceptional bowling skills and incredible talent. His ability to swing the ball both ways and consistently hit the right lengths made him a force to be reckoned with in both ODIs and T20Is. Over the past few years, he has been a vital cog in the Afghan national team’s bowling attack, contributing significantly to their success.

However, Naveen also found himself in the middle of a controversy with former India captain Virat Kohli earlier this year in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The pacer was involved in a heated argument with the star India batter and since then the fans never leave a chance to troll him.

Naveen-ul-Haq’s decision to retire at such a young age leaves many wondering about the reasons behind it. Some speculate that he might be focusing on other formats of the game, while others believe that the rift with Kohli has blocked his opportunities to play more for the national team.

Here’s how fans reacted:

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