Former Pakistan captain Shoaib Malik has welcomed the appointment of Mohammad Rizwan as the national white-ball captain. And itโs safe to say Malik is more than just supportiveโheโs downright thrilled.
โIโm pleased that Mohammad Rizwan has become the captain of the cricket team,โ Malik said with a smile in a recent media talk in Riyadh. โHe is a smart cricketer.โ
Rizwan has been given the captaincy for both ODI and T20 formats, while Agha Salman is set to support him as vice-captain. But what exactly does Malik see in Rizwan that has him so optimistic?
Mohammad Rizwan: A Captain with a Winning Track Record
Rizwan isnโt new to leadership. Heโs proven himself with strong performances as captain in various domestic formats and franchise leagues, showcasing a knack for strategy and team management.
Malik sees this as a massive asset for the national team, and he believes Rizwan has all it takes to bring this same success to Pakistanโs ODI and T20 sides. For Malik, Rizwanโs intelligence on the field is key.
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โHe is a smart cricketer,โ he emphasized. Malikโs confidence in Rizwan isnโt just based on talent but on a mix of resilience, intelligence, and experienceโqualities Rizwan has shown time and again.
The Value of Failure and the Trap of Success
In a refreshing take, Malik also shared some words of wisdom that might just become Rizwanโs mantra. He reminded Rizwan (and all of us, really) that failure teaches more than success ever could.
Success can be a great feeling, but it can also breed complacency. Malikโs message to Rizwan was clear: embrace both the victories and the inevitable setbacks.
โI pray for his success,โ Malik said, โbut remember, failure teaches you more, while success can lead to complacency.โ Wise words from someone whoโs been through the highs and lows of the game.
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