T20 WC 2021: Rating wicketkeeper-batsmen of top 8 teams ahead of the tournament
Most of the wicketkeepers are openers and can make a telling impact for their respective teams.
4. Pakistan – Mohammad Rizwan – 8
Ever since Sarfaraz Ahmed has been sidelined, Mohammad Rizwan has risen as the top batsman and wicketkeeper for Pakistan. He has opened the innings and done exceptionally well. Rather Rizwan has batted superbly in T20Is opening the innings with Babar Azam and has sealed his place in the side.
His form in the shortest form is brilliant and boasts of scores like 63, 37, 76 (all against England) and 46 (against WI) in his last four innings in the format. Rizwan was also in good form during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) and also led Multan Sultans to their maiden triumph earlier this year leading from the front with the bat.
Rizwan’s wicketkeeping is top notch and there is no question about that. The 29-year-old has taken 96 catches and effected 34 stumpings in 148 T20s of his career. He has the experience of playing on turning pitches as well and his skills will work wonders for Pakistan in the World Cup in the UAE.
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