This article is based on the status of Gulbadin Naib’s career as of early 2025. For the most current updates on his playing status, consult the official Afghanistan Cricket Board (ACB) announcements.
But where did the "retirement" rumor start? Why did fans believe a man who just helped Afghanistan script its greatest World Cup victory was calling it quits? This is the story of Gulbadin Naib’s dramatic 2024, the "slow motion cramp," and why his career is far from over. gulbadin naib retirement