Pakistan’s most successful Test captain Misbah-ul-Haq ha revealed his future plans regarding his career as a cricketer, saying he is ready to play for the country till the age of 50.
In an interview, the 42-year-old was asked about his expectations for the future, to which Misbah jokingly answered that he needs another record to his name by turning into the oldest Test player.
“Probably I am ready to make another world record, playing till the age of 50.”
A month ago, the triumphant skipper became the oldest player to score a Test century in 82 years when he achieved three figures against England at The Lord's in the first of four-match Test series, which ended in a 2-2 draw.
Misbah exhibited his fitness by doing 10 press-ups following the ton at The Lord’s as a gesture to thank the Pakistan Army officers for the fitness training they provided to the national players.
After the last Test Misbah said, “The Oval win is not only pleasing as it is achieved on the Independence Day, but it will also help us form a legacy for our future Test teams.”
“When I took over as captain that was my aim, so this win will help me leave a legacy for future Test teams,” he added.
England’s Wilfred Rhodes currently holds the record of being the oldest Test player. He was 52 years and 156 days old when he played the last of his 58 Tests against the West Indies at Sabina Park.
Others to play Test cricket despite turning 50 include Bert Ironmonger, William Gilbert Grace, and George Gunn.
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