Shoaib Malik is the regular face of Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). Despite playing for different teams, this Pakistani is seen in almost every tournament. Now, he is playing for Rangpur Riders. Malik is not only playing, but also leading the team that is hoping to win the tournament. It is true that Malik is performing this duty in the absence of Nurul Hasan Sohan.

The question may arise in the mind of the audience, what is special about the captaincy? However, in the case of Malik, the fact that it is a matter of surprise can be understood by looking at his age. Because, to general eye, Malik of twenty-two yards may seem like a crazy young man. But even at the age of 40, he continues to contribute with the bat. At the same time, leading is something special!

Of course, Rangpur’s captain Sohan has been leading officially since the beginning. But after a few matches of the tournament, this wicket-keeper batsman got injured. It is known that he has suffered a side strain. To recover from this injury, he will need to rest for a few days. Due to which Sohan will miss some matches. And at this time the leadership of Rangpur rests on the shoulders of Malik.

Although Malik could not win Rangpur in the first match as captain. He lost the toss for the first time as the captain of the team. In the end, they got the bitter taste of defeat against Khulna Tigers. In the previous match, however, Malik defeated this Khulna in Sagarika. The experienced middle order batsman contributed significantly to the team’s victory with the bat in that match.

It should be noted that over 40 years of age or two eras of international career, Malik, who made everything just a number, still wants to play in Pakistan’s jersey. Due to which he has not said goodbye to international cricket till now. Also playing in franchise based T20 leagues around the world. Of course, fitness and form, two things also speak in favor of Malik.