Pakistan pacer Wahab Riaz has announced his decision to take an indefinite break from test cricket to focus on ODI.

The left-arm bowler has 27 tests cups for Pakistan since his debut against England in August 2010 and since then has picked up 83 wickets for his national side and said he could return to the format in the future.

Wahab last test match for Pakistan was against Australia in October 2018.

"After reviewing my past couple of years' performances in red-ball cricket and the upcoming limited overs cricket, I have decided to take time off from first-class cricket," the 34-year-old said in a statement on Thursday.

"During this period, I will like to focus on 50-over and 20-over cricket, and continue to access my fitness for the longer version of the game. At a stage I feel I cannot only return but also perform with the red-ball, I would make myself available.

"The PCB (Pakistan Cricket Board) had been trying to convince me to pursue my career with red-ball, but today I met them to convey my decision. I am grateful for their understanding and support."