Overview

• Shinwari announced his decision on September 9 via his X account, formally ending a stop-start international career.
• He played 17 ODIs, 16 T20Is and one Test for Pakistan, taking 34 ODI wickets including two five-wicket hauls against Sri Lanka.
• A lumbar spine fracture in 2017 and a recurrence in 2020 limited his availability, and he stepped away from red-ball cricket in November 2021 on medical advice.
• He lost his Pakistan central contract in 2021 but continued in domestic and franchise leagues, including the PSL, LPL and a Big Bash stint with Melbourne Renegades.
• Recent outings included a five-for in the 2023 Pakistan Cup and a wicketless run in the 2025 National T20 Cup, as Pakistan now turns to the Asia Cup with games on September 12, 14 and 17.