In the aftermath of the tournament, Inzamam became one of the most controversial figures in Pakistan cricket.
He was held responsible for the World Cup debacle and described as a stubborn and autocratic captain by a committee set up by the Pakistan Cricket Board to investigate the team's failure, charges he has rejected.
With this in mind, Inzamam, 37, can consider himself lucky he had the opportunity to retire in a graceful manner.
Until a few months ago, relations between Inzamam and the PCB had soured to an extent where his desire to continue playing Test cricket was seen as detrimental to the team's rebuilding process.
Since making his debut against the West Indies in 1990, Inzamam has had a habit of remaining in the news, for the right and wrong reasons.
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