"I would have been a happy man had Pakistan at least qualified for the semi-finals. But we had plenty of problems, notably injuries to myself, Shahbaz Jr, Tahir Zaman and Imran Tariq. Missed chances also cost us a higher ranking," said Shahbaz in a chat with The Indian Express, immediately after his team beat England in the play-offs.

In between signing autographs and answering calls on his mobile phone, Shahbaz said, "I had thrice announced my retirement and each time, I came back. So, this time, I am not sure what to say or do. I will decide about my future shortly. I would have liked to retire on a successful note. But life is like that and I have to accept the reality."

Shahbaz, suffering from a back injury which was aggravated during the pool gameagainst Australia last week, did not play either the classification game or the play-off today. It would the most disappointing end to a glorious career.