Waseem is a former Pakistani field hockey player and ex-captain of the Pakistan Hockey Team. He was regarded as one of the best left-halves in the world, and became the most capped midfielder and most capped player for Pakistan. After announcing his retirement from International hockey during a press conference, the former Pakistan captain later staged a comeback to international hockey in 2006 for the World Cup. He then retired immediately after the Pakistan team campaign in the London Olympics 2012.

Ahmad holds the prestigious FIH International Accreditation.  He also holds the record for playing the second most Internationals of all time.