Wahab Riaz, who is playing Twenty20 franchise cricket regularly said that representing Pakistan was much more important than receiving a central contract. He said “Central contract is based upon the performances and it provides security to the player. I always want to play for Pakistan so that is my goal over receiving a central contract.”Wahab Riaz said that he would play cricket as long as he is feeling he can contribute to Pakistan. He said “ I want to serve my nation as long as I can. All it depends upon my fitness.”