Yousuf has kept a low profile since his sudden retirement from international cricket in March, but he’s now taking his first steps back in to some form of cricketing action by appearing in the Lahore Premier League, a local club tournament.
“I plan to play domestic cricket this season but right now international cricket is not on my mind. If I do plan to return I will target the Test and one-day series against South Africa later this year in the UAE,” Yousuf said.
Yousuf was the captain during Pakistan’s win-less tour of Australia and was banned indefinitely in its aftermath. Yousuf announced he was quitting the game “for now”, hinting at a possible return later on.
Though the domestic season won’t start for a few more months, Yousuf is looking forward to the club tournament to get back in to the groove.
“Cricket is in my blood and I still enjoy playing the sport. It will be a challenge to play again and specially in a club level tournament,” Yousuf said.