Along with playing in all three of Afghanistan’s Test matches to date, Nabi has 121 ODI appearances to his name, making 2699 runs and taking 128 wickets.

Having played a key role in Afghanistan’s ascension to ICC Full Member status, Nabi will now direct his focus to the limited-overs arena.

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“Test cricket is the most important format that every cricketer wishes to play,” said the 34-year-old. “I have served Afghanistan for the last 18 years. It was my dream, as well, to help Afghanistan obtain Test status and that dream is realised now. We have a maximum of 1-2 Tests per year and I want a youngster, instead of me, to get the chance to play, since the emerging youngsters are performing well in domestic cricket. Therefore, I want them to get the chance that they deserve so that we have a good Test team in the future, as well.

“I also intend to be well prepared for the ODI and T20 formats. These are white ball formats for which I will try to maintain my fitness. I will strive to play ODIs and T20s for Afghanistan for as long as I’m able to. I will share my experience with the youngsters, like I have done before, as well, whether it be in the camp or the ones who will be with me in the ODI or T20I squads.”

Afghanistan are currently in a strong position against Bangladesh in Nabi’s last Test. After making 342 in their first innings, thanks to a century from Rahmat Shah and 92 from Ashgar Afghan, the visitors bowled Bangladesh out for 205, with Rashid Khan taking 5-55. Afghanistan have reached 237-8 in their second innings, opening up a lead of 374, with two days remaining.