New innings for Aiman Anwer as Pakistan seamer retires to become match referee


Pakistan fast bowler Aiman Anwer has retired from international cricket to transition into officiating as a match referee, citing a persistent knee injury that limited her bowling consistency. Career Transition: Following ongoing knee issues that hampered her ability to bowl consistently, the 34-year-old pacer made her debut as a match referee in an ongoing Under-19 women's tournament in Karachi. International Career Stats: Making her international debut in July 2016, Anwer represented Pakistan Women in 8 ODIs (4 wickets) and 37 T20Is (29 wickets). Her final international appearance came against West Indies during the 2023 T20 World Cup. Broadcasting & Local Cricket: Alongside her refereeing duties, Anwer will continue playing in domestic leagues and local tournaments while expanding her work in cricket broadcasting, having recently featured on the commentary panel for the National Champions Cup. Squad Dynamics: Her retirement coincides with Pakistan's focus on building a younger fast-bowling unit around pacers like Waheeda Akhtar, Tasmia Rubab, and Saira Jabeen, alongside fast-bowling captain Fatima Sana. Aiman has also ventured into broadcasting and worked as a presenter and commentator. She was on the commentary panel for the recent 50-over National Champions Cup in Multan and also had stints as an analyst on private TV channels.