"A Lot Has Happened": Pakistan Star Withdraws From National Team Over Mental Health
Pakistan women's team veteran Nida Dar has withdrawn from national selection because of mental health issues, a first in the country's cricket. Nida, 39, a former captain of the national women's team, said in a social media post on Friday that she has taken a break from cricket. "In the past few months, a lot has happened around me personally and professionally, which has taken a toll on my mental health. Therefore, I have decided to take a break from cricket to focus on myself. I request everyone to respect my privacy during this time," she said.