In a major announcement, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) officially named Mohammad Rizwan as Pakistan's white-ball captain, replacing Babar Azam. The decision was confirmed on Sunday, and Rizwan is set to begin his captaincy stint during Pakistan’s upcoming tour of Australia. All-rounder Agha Salman was also appointed as his vice-captain, ensuring a fresh leadership dynamic for the team.

During a press conference with PCB chief Mohsin Naqvi, Mohammad Rizwan shared his humble perspective on leadership.“If I start considering myself a king as captain, then everything will fall apart. Rather, as a leader, I am here to serve the 15 men of the team. This is how it should be,” Rizwan asserted.

As he takes on this significant responsibility, Rizwan reflects on the messages of encouragement from supporters, highlighting the importance of fighting spirit over results. "Regarding achievements, Inshallah, we have the messages and support from everyone in our box, who are asking us only one thing: fight, fight, and fight. They keep sending us this message again and again, and we will try our best, Inshallah, to show the whole nation that there is no lack of fight in us," Rizwan shared.

The wicketkeeper-batter added that while the team has left the outcome of matches in Allah’s hands, they will ensure that their spirit and determination will not falter. "We have left the results to Allah, and whatever the outcome, we accept it. But in terms of fighting spirit, there will be no shortage—this is our guarantee," Rizwan affirmed, emphasizing his commitment to lead Pakistan with honor and perseverance.

Mohammad Rizwan’s leadership will be put to the test in Pakistan’s upcoming tour of Australia. The team is scheduled to play a three-match ODI series followed by three T20Is from November 4 to November 18, 2024.