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• Mohammad Rizwan, hailing from Pakistan, is a talented wicketkeeper-batsman recognized for his agile keeping skills and remarkable versatility in all circumstances, particularly in limited-overs cricket. Witness Mohammad Rizwan effortlessly execute a flawless drive shot.

• In the final of the Quaid-e-Azam Trophy in 2014-15, he rose to prominence in cricket by scoring an impressive 224 runs for Sui Northern Gas Pipelines Limited, leading his team to victory and securing the title for the second time. In December 2014, he showcased his skills as a wicketkeeper batter for Pakistan-A in a limited-overs match against the Kenya team, showcasing his talent in the List-A format.

• After the 2015 ODI World Cup in April, he made his debut on the international stage in a match against Bangladesh. During this ODI, he achieved a score of 67 runs from 58 balls. Bangladesh batted first and set Pakistan a target of 330 runs. Rizwan entered the game at number three during the 28th over, following the dismissal of captain Azhar Ali by Taskin Ahmed. Despite Rizwan’s solid partnership efforts, Pakistan ultimately lost the match by a margin of 79 runs, with the team’s total reaching 249 runs. In his subsequent two matches, Rizwan’s scores were limited to 13 and 4 runs respectively. Mohammad Rizwan was awarded his international cap by Waqar Younis.

• He made his T20I debut against Bangladesh in the same month, but did not have the opportunity to bat. He eventually got his chance to bat in a T20I against Zimbabwe on May 24, 2015 at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore. Zimbabwe set a massive target of 175 runs in the first inning. However, Pakistan successfully chased the target with two balls remaining, thanks to Mukhtar Ahmed’s fifty and Umar Akmal’s contribution of 30 runs. Rizwan, batting at the seventh position, only managed to score six runs. He faced a rough patch later on, struggling against the bowling attacks of England, New Zealand, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka in the late 2016s. Consequently, he lost his place in the 2016 T20 World Cup.

• Rizwan’s chances of securing a place in the team seemed to diminish as Sarfraz solidified his position. However, in November 2016, Rizwan finally made his test debut against New Zealand. Unfortunately, he didn’t have much success in this match and was dismissed for a golden duck, caught by the square-leg fielder off Neil Wagner’s bowling while attempting a hook shot. In the second innings, Rizwan had another opportunity to bat and managed to remain not out on 13 runs after spending 57 minutes at the crease. Despite his efforts, New Zealand emerged victorious by 138 runs. This loss marked the end of Rizwan’s debut international games, all of which ended in defeat. After the ODI series against Australia in early 2017, Rizwan’s international career was uncertain. He was not selected for any subsequent matches while Sarfraz led Pakistan to victory in the 2017 Champions Trophy. Meanwhile, Rizwan focused on honing his skills in domestic cricket. In his debut test match, Rizwan can be seen standing alongside Younis Khan.

• He was appointed as the deputy captain of the Punjab team for the 2018 Pakistan Cup in April 2018. Just a month later, on 1 May 2018, he achieved his personal best score of 140 runs off 123 balls in a List-A match against the Federal Areas. In March 2019, he took on the role of captain for the Federal Areas team in the Pakistan Cup.

• In the same year, he was later appointed as the captain of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa for the 2019-20 Quaid-e-Azam Trophy. Maintaining his exceptional performance, he showcased his versatility by scoring 215 runs and claiming six wickets in the 2019-20 National T20 Cup.

• Continuously leaving his mark in the shorter format of the game, he earned the prestigious central contract for the 2018-19 season alongside 32 other players as recognized by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB). Assuming the role of captain, he spearheaded Pakistan’s team in the 2018 ACC Emerging Teams Asia Cup, propelling them to the semi-finals.

• On 24 March 2019, at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the UAE, Mohammad Rizwan achieved his first ODI century against Australia. Positioned at the fourth spot, Rizwan displayed resilience as his team lost two wickets in seven overs. With a strike rate of nearly 91, he scored an impressive 115 runs, contributing to a formidable target of 285 runs. Despite their efforts, the Aussies effortlessly chased down the target, losing only two wickets with 13 balls to spare. Just five days later, Rizwan replicated his success by scoring another hundred against the same team at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium. Pakistan was set a target of 278 runs. Despite losing wickets in rapid succession, Rizwan and Abid Ali formed a strong partnership of 144 runs, bringing their side closer to victory. However, they narrowly lost the match by six runs. Following his century at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium in the UAE, Mohammad Rizwan graciously acknowledged the crowd.

• Prior to the ODI World Cup in 2019, Pakistan decided to try out new combinations in their team. Rizwan was given a chance to play in the series against South Africa, but unfortunately, he did not perform well. In fact, he had not scored a single fifty in his last 11 international series. However, he was given another opportunity to play against Australia in one-day matches. Surprisingly, Rizwan seized the chance and scored two centuries in the series. This impressive performance led the national selectors to choose him for the three-match series against Sri Lanka in Karachi. Despite these changes, Pakistan failed to reach the semi-finals of the World Cup. Consequently, Misbah-Ul-Haq was appointed as the coach of the team. When asked about Rizwan’s inclusion in the lineup, Misbah explained to the media that both Sarfaraz and Rizwan have distinct roles in the team. If a player has scored two centuries in the No. 4 position, there is an opportunity for them. Furthermore, having two wicketkeepers benefits the team in terms of fitness, particularly when one excels in this aspect. This player will also be involved in the decision-making process. The aim is to support and motivate such players by providing them with game opportunities whenever possible.
• Rizwan emerged as the preferred wicketkeeper over Sarfraz in all international formats. He showcased exceptional skills in five test matches against Australia, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh, impressively outperforming star bowlers like Mitchell Starc and Mustafizur Rahman. Furthermore, he displayed incredible resilience in five T20I matches, achieving a remarkable score of 95 runs against the formidable Australian bowling attack.

• On 21 November 2019, Mohammad Rizwan played his second test match against Australia at the Gabba in Brisbane. He had an impressive performance, scoring 37 and 95 runs. However, there was controversy surrounding his dismissal in the first inning, as some argued that the ball he edged was actually a no-ball.<br><br>In June 2020, Rizwan was selected as part of the 29-man squad for the series against England during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, just before the match, Rizwan and seven other players tested positive for the virus.<br><br>However, the following month, Rizwan made a comeback and was included in Pakistan’s 20-man squad for the Test series against England. He had a fantastic series, scoring a total of 161 runs with two half-centuries. Former English cricketer Michael Atherton praised Rizwan’s exceptional glove work, stating that he stood out as the best wicketkeeper of the summer.<br><br>Rizwan’s outstanding performance earned him the Player of the Series award, a well-deserved honor after his impressive contributions throughout the tournament.
• During the Gabba match against Australia, a noteworthy incident occurred while Rizwan was batting. Australia’s captain, Tim Paine, was positioned behind the stumps. When Nathan Lyon bowled, Rizwan skillfully defended his bat, leading Tim Paine to comment, “You have a lovely fragrance.” This amusing video was shared by the official website of the Australian Men’s Cricket Team on Twitter. Tim Paine expressed his admiration for Muhammad Rizwan’s pleasant scent upon his arrival at the crease during the #AUSvPAK match. On November 21, 2019, cricket.com.au’s official Twitter account tweeted about this incident. Rizwan quickly established himself as the team’s primary wicketkeeper, surpassing Sarfraz Ahmed.
• Sarfraz also secured his spot in the team for the England tour, albeit as the second-choice wicketkeeper. Rizwan had a promising start to his tour, scoring an impressive 154 runs in a practice game. However, he struggled to surpass the 30-run mark in the three innings he played afterwards. During a media conference, Rizwan was asked about Sarfraz being in the team, to which he responded by expressing his admiration and affection for him. Rizwan stated that Sarfraz’s presence doesn’t add any extra pressure for him. Instead, he considers himself fortunate to learn from Sarfraz’s valuable knowledge and experience as his senior.
• Mazher Arshad tweeted on October 13, 2020, about an extraordinary catch made by Rizwan while leading Khyber Pakhtunkhwa against Sindh in the National T20 tournament. Running towards mid-on, Rizwan took a remarkable catch to dismiss Anwar Ali on 33. The video of his catch quickly gained popularity on social media, leaving viewers in awe. Without a doubt, Rizwan’s catch will be remembered as one of the greatest in the history of Pakistani cricket. pic.twitter.com/kBvNzosG8B
• Mohammad Rizwan took on the role of captain in December 2020 for the first test match against New Zealand at the Mount Maunganui Stadium in New Zealand. He showcased his talent by scoring an impressive 71 and 60 runs in the match, filling in for the injured Babar Azam. Later, Rizwan participated in a three-match T20I series against the same team, led by Shadab Khan. In the initial two games, he managed to score only 17 and 22 runs respectively. However, in the third T20, Rizwan played a remarkable innings, scoring 89 runs off 59 balls, marking his first T20I fifty. With this outstanding performance, he helped Pakistan successfully chase the target of 174, securing a victory with two balls to spare and avoiding a complete whitewash. Notably, during his innings, Rizwan demonstrated his skills by executing an unconventional shot.
• Mohammad Rizwan was appointed as the captain of the Multan Sultans team in February 2021, replacing Shan Masood for the Pakistan Super League 6 (PSL 6). In his debut as captain, Multan Sultans secured their first-ever PSL title, with Rizwan being honored as the ‘Wicket-keeper of the tournament’. Expressing his enthusiasm, Rizwan stated that he is thrilled to lead the Multan Sultans team in the upcoming season. He acknowledged the successful strategies implemented by the franchise in the previous season and looks forward to contributing this time. Rizwan also highlighted the presence of senior Pakistani players like Shahid Afridi, Shan Masood, and Sohail Tanvir, aiming to achieve greater accomplishments following the success of PSL 5.

• Rizwan achieved his first test century on 4 February 2021 during the match against South Africa at Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium. Coming in to bat with Azhar Ali, Pakistan had lost four wickets for 63 runs. Despite wickets continuing to fall, Rizwan stood his ground and scored an exceptional unbeaten 115 runs. Ultimately, Pakistan set a target of 370 runs and won by 95 runs. Additionally, Rizwan displayed his skills by taking catches of Dean Elgar and Temba Bavuma during the inning. As a result, he was honored with the “Player of the Series” award. Fast forward to September 2021, Rizwan was selected as part of Pakistan’s squad for the ICC T20 World Cup 2021, with Babar Azam being named captain. In a team photo before their departure for the tournament, Rizwan can be seen sitting on the third spot from the left.

• Rizwan achieved his first T20 century on 11 February against South Africa at Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium. Unfortunately, Pakistan lost their captain, Babar Azam, in the opening over. Despite losing wickets at regular intervals, Rizwan remained steadfast, scoring 104 runs off 64 balls. This remarkable performance also saw him break the record for the most sixes by a Pakistani player in T20 internationals. The match came down to the wire with South Africa needing 31 runs from the final two overs, but they fell short, managing only 166 runs and losing by three. Rizwan’s innings received praise from South African fast bowler Marizanne Kapp, who tweeted her admiration. It is worth noting that Rizwan had previously been dismissed on 104 runs against Australia in 2019.

• In July 2021, Rizwan’s outstanding performance across all formats led to his promotion from Category B to Category A by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), alongside Hasan Ali. The PCB acknowledged his consistent excellence and stated that this promotion was well-deserved.
• Rizwan played a crucial role in Pakistan’s historic victory over India in the World Cup game on 24 October 2021. Prior to this match, India had won all 12 previous World Cup games against Pakistan. Opting to bowl first due to the dew factor, Pakistan restricted India to 151 runs, thanks in part to captain Virat Kohli’s 57-run knock. Rizwan, along with Babar Azam, opened the innings for Pakistan and played cautiously to maintain a manageable run-rate. Ultimately, they achieved the target without losing a single wicket in the 18th over. This victory marked a significant milestone for Pakistan in the 2021 T20 World Cup and Rizwan played a pivotal role in this achievement.

• After the match, Virat Kohli embraced Rizwan and praised him for his impressive performance. This gesture was widely appreciated by people from both nations. Renowned cricket commentator Harsha Bhogle expressed his delight in witnessing the final moments featuring Virat, Rizwan, and Babar’s interaction. Similarly, the moments between Dhoni and some talented young Pakistani players were also captivating. These instances truly reflect the genuine spirit of the sport, devoid of any pomp and show. Former Indian cricketer Irfan Pathan shared a picture on Twitter, emphasizing the essence of cricket and humanity. On October 24, 2021, @AleyFarooq_, a Pakistani fan, posted a tweet admiring Kohli’s ability to win hearts repeatedly.
• On October 25, 2021, the International Cricket Council (@ICC) tweeted, unveiling the underlying cause of that inning. It all started with Mohammad Rizwan’s exceptional display in the #INDvPAK #T20WorldCup. #Cricket Dream. Envision. Accomplish. Even before the first ball was bowled.
• During an interview with the PCB, Rizwan expressed his strong passion for batting since the beginning of his international career. Initially, he struggled to excel in this aspect but found great benefit when the team management made a shift in the batting order and promoted him. This gesture displayed their trust in him, and he made the most of the opportunity. Rizwan also acknowledged the valuable support he received from certain former Pakistani players, including Mohammad Hafeez, Mushtaq Ahmed, Shahid Afridi, and the advice given by Ramiz Raja while passing by the nets. He dedicated himself to improving his hard-hitting skills, particularly in hitting long sixes, and put in tremendous effort to enhance his batting and wicket-keeping abilities before the tour of England last year. Rizwan recognized the challenging conditions and late swing of the red ball in England, which required extra perseverance to master. However, he noted that the white-ball cricket conditions in England are favorable for scoring runs, and he has extensively worked on staying at the crease longer to take full advantage of these conditions. Rizwan expressed his determination to apply his improved skills in the upcoming series.
• During the drinks break in the match, Rizwan was observed praying Namaz while Pakistan was batting. Shoaib Akhtar posted a video of this on Twitter, stating that Allah forbids anyone from bowing their head before anyone else except Him. Praise be to Allah. Shoaib Akhtar tweeted this on October 24, 2021.
• Prior to the match, Younis Khan, the former captain of Pakistan who guided his team to victory in the first T20 World Cup in 2009, expressed in an interview with Odisha TV that both Virat Kohli and Babar Azam are extremely dependable batsmen for their respective teams, India and Pakistan. Nonetheless, Khan believes that Rohit Sharma and Mohammad Rizwan also possess the capability to deliver outstanding performances. While the spotlight will mainly be on the two captains, Rohit and Rizwan have the potential to thrive under less pressure and make significant contributions towards their teams’ triumphs.
• As of October 2021, he has participated in 44 T20I matches and achieved a score of 1144 runs with a strike rate of 130. This includes one century and nine half-centuries. Among all the teams, South Africa is his favorite opponent, against whom he has scored 373 runs in ten matches, with an impressive average of 62, surpassing his overall career average of 52. His highest individual score of 104 runs was achieved against this team. Interestingly, he has performed better in overseas matches, accumulating 827 runs in 32 matches. During his five matches in Zimbabwe, he has scored 235 runs, boasting an outstanding average of 117.50. Throughout his career, he has played under the captaincies of Babar Azam, Sarfaraz Ahmed, Shadab Khan, Shahid Afridi, and Shoaib Malik. When batting first, he has a superior average of 61.09. As an opening batter in T20I cricket, he has proven to be highly successful, accumulating 913 runs in 17 matches. In addition to his batting prowess, he has also demonstrated his skills as a wicketkeeper, taking 22 catches and executing six stumpings out of the 44 T20I matches he has played. Mohammad Rizwan celebrated each wicket he took.

• As of October 2021, in his One Day International (ODI) career, he has participated in 41 matches, accumulating a total of 864 runs at a strike rate of 87.62. Within this tally, he has recorded two centuries and four half-centuries. Notably, he has displayed his prowess against Australia, amassing the highest number of ODI runs against them, with a remarkable average of 40.28. His highest individual score of 115 runs was achieved against the Australian team. Additionally, he has also performed well against England and Sri Lanka. In terms of venues, his most successful performances have taken place in the UAE, where he has scored 281 runs across 11 innings. During the year 2015, he enjoyed his most prosperous period in terms of ODI runs, accumulating a total of 332 runs. Throughout his career, he has had the opportunity to captain the team on multiple occasions, under the leadership of Azhar Ali, Babar Azam, Imad Wasim, Mohammad Hafeez, Sarfaraz Ahmed, and Shoaib Malik. Generally, he has been most effective when batting at the 4th position, as he has never opened the batting in this format.

• As of October 2021, he has played 17 Test cricket matches, accumulating 914 runs with an average of 41.54. During his career, he has achieved one century and six half-centuries, with his highest score being 115 runs. Notably, he performed exceptionally well against New Zealand, scoring 215 runs, with a top score of 71. In 2021, he had his most successful year in Test cricket, scoring 397 runs at an average of 44.11. Throughout his career, he has been under the captaincy of Azhar Ali and Babar Azam. His best performance has come while batting at the seventh position, where he has scored 474 runs in 12 matches. Rizwan’s Test ranking graph reflects his progress and achievements in the format.

• Despite Pakistan’s loss by 5 wickets in the T20 World Cup semi-final against Australia on 11 November 2021, Rizwan received acclaim for his courageous performance. He scored an impressive 67 runs off 52 balls, showcasing heroic innings. It is worth noting that Rizwan’s remarkable feat came after spending two nights in the hospital’s ICU due to a severe chest infection. His determination and resilience were widely praised.

Can you believe that despite being hospitalized for the past two days, this guy played for his country today and gave it his all? Huge respect for @iMRizwanPak, a true hero. pic.twitter.com/kdpYukcm5I

On November 11, 2021, Shoaib Akhtar tweeted.

• Mohammad Rizwan and Babar Azam made history in May 2023 as they became the pioneering cricketers to participate in the esteemed executive education program at Harvard Business School. This remarkable feat was reported by Khaleej Times. Rizwan expressed his gratitude for being selected to represent Pakistan on such a prominent international stage, acknowledging it as a tremendous honor. Their objective in attending Harvard is twofold: to acquire wisdom from the most brilliant minds worldwide and to share their own experiences and lessons with others.