- January 14, 2023
At one time he was an indispensable player in the Pakistan team. Pakistan’s star cricketer Shoaib Malik is still playing cricket despite not getting a chance in the national team. This all-rounder has played international cricket for a long time. He also has experience playing in all franchise-based tournaments around the world. To be able to share a dressing room with a cricketer like Malik is a great opportunity for new cricketers. This time, Bangladeshi youths are getting the opportunity to share the experience of Malik.
Malik is playing for Rangpur Riders in this edition of Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). And youngsters like Nurul Hasan Sohan, Rakibul Hasan, Hasan Mahmud and Shamim Hossain Patwari are playing in that team. However, they are not missing the opportunity. Everyone is learning from Malik. These Bangladeshi youngsters are taking the trick of batting and bowling.
Malik is also enjoying the Rangpur camp. Talking about the experience of playing with him, Rockibul said, “Malik is a great cricketer. He has played many matches. He has performed equally well with bat and ball. We are trying to learn as much as possible from him. He is also very helpful to youngsters. He is teaching us. It’s quite enjoyable.”
Malik’s concentration is seen not only during the match but also during the team’s practice. Although Sohan was originally the leader of Rangpur, the Pakistani star is advising the team. He is seen addressing the players in practice. Everyone in the team also thinks that it is playing an effective role in keeping the team united. His advice seems to have an impact on the performance of youngsters as well. Everyone is so interested to listen to the momentary mentor Malik.
Note that Malik made his debut for the Pakistan national team in 1999. Although the journey began with ODI matches, he later played Tests and T20Is as well. Malik scored 11867 runs with the bat in 446 matches. He also took 218 wickets with the ball. Even after two long eras, he has not officially said goodbye to international cricket. Recently, this cricketer is in the news regarding the breakup of his wife Sania Mirza. Although he has not yet opened up in this context.
