Yousuf quits over ban
29/03/10 11:32 PM
Former Pakistan captain Mohammad Yousuf has announced he will quit international cricket in protest against an indefinite ban.

"I received a letter from the PCB (Pakistan Cricket Board) that my staying in the team is harmful for the team, so I announce my retirement from international cricket," Yousuf announced at the Karachi Press Club.

"I thank the fans around the world, all the senior players and family members for supporting me throughout my 12-year career," said an emotional Yousuf, dressed in traditional Pakistani dress.

"I always played for my country and if my playing is harmful for the team then I don't want to play."

The 35-year-old Yousuf played 88 Tests, nine as captain and scored 7,431 runs at an average of 53.07, including 24 centuries.

He also scored 9,624 runs in 282 one-day internationals.


Source: AFP