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Mohammad Rizwan, the wicketkeeper-batter, has been appointed as the new captain of Pakistan’s white-ball teams for their upcoming tours of Australia and Zimbabwe. The announcement was made by Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi on Sunday, following the resignation of former captain Babar Azam earlier this month.

Rizwan, 32, has previously led Pakistan in two Test matches against New Zealand in 2020 when Azam was injured. However, this will mark his first time leading the team in limited-overs matches.

In a video released by the PCB, Rizwan expressed optimism about Pakistan’s chances in Australia, especially after their recent Test series victory against England. He acknowledged the team’s past challenges in Australia but expressed confidence in the current squad.

“There’s no doubt that we’ve faced difficulties in Australia,” Rizwan said. “But I believe the team going now will meet the nation’s expectations.”

Rizwan also urged fans to support the team, highlighting their recent success in the Test series against England.

“In the last series we played in Australia, every match was almost ours to win, but we lost very closely,” he added. “We have noticed a few things and will work on them when we go there, taking positives from it. Inshallah, we will beat Australia in Australia.”

Joining Rizwan in the squad are Babar Azam and Shaheen Shah Afridi, who were both included after being dropped from the last two Tests against England. Pakistan recently clinched the Test series against England with a 2-0 victory on Saturday.

Rizwan’s appointment as captain is seen as a positive step by many cricket experts. He is known for his calm and composed demeanor, as well as his ability to lead by example. Under his leadership, Pakistan will be hoping to improve their record in white-ball cricket and challenge for major titles.

Mohammad Rizwan, Pakistan’s newly appointed white-ball captain, has emphasized his commitment to serving the team rather than assuming a position of authority. Ahead of Pakistan’s upcoming tours of Australia and Zimbabwe, Rizwan expressed his determination to lead by example and inspire his teammates to fight for every victory.

“As a leader, I am here to serve the 15 men of the team,” Rizwan stated. “If I start considering myself a king, everything will fall apart.” He acknowledged the support and encouragement from the team’s management, who have urged them to display unwavering determination.

Rizwan outlined his responsibilities as captain, including attending presentations, handling conferences, and carrying out tasks. He emphasized that all players are leaders in their own right and contribute to the team’s success.

Pakistan has announced 15-member squads for both tours, with Rizwan available for the Australia matches and Zimbabwe ODIs but not the T20Is. The squads include three debutants: Kamran Ghulam, Omair Bin Yousuf, and Sufyan Moqim.