Pakistan’s star player Sajid Khan has revealed that Indian legend MS Dhoni is his biggest inspiration when it comes to leadership. Sajid described the former Indian captain as the epitome of calm, success and composure under pressure.
In a recent interview, Sajid Khan reflected on his own experience as captain, which ranges from coaching at under-13 level to captaining clubs and first-class teams. However, when it comes to idolizing a leader, the Pakistani spinner looks to the one and only charismatic MS Dhoni.
Sajid Khan hails MS Dhoni as his greatest leadership inspiration
Sajid Khan acknowledged Dhoni’s unparalleled ability to maintain composure in high-pressure situations and make calculated decisions even in the most tense of moments. Dhoni, also known as “Captain Cool”, guided the Indian cricket team to historic victories in global tournaments, winning the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup and the 2013 Champions Trophy.
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MS Dhoni’s record of winning all three major ICC trophies as captain remains unparalleled, demonstrating his tactical genius and unique ability to inspire his team to overcome challenges.
Apart from his clear-headed approach and ability to read the game accurately, the former Indian captain also won hearts with his tireless faith in his players and unwavering support to enable them to perform at their best.
Dhoni’s calm and respectful demeanor has also earned him the admiration of fans and players in Pakistan, and one such admirer is Sajid Khan, who recently played a key role in Pakistan’s dramatic 2-1 Test series victory. about England at home. Sajid scalped 19 wickets in just two Tests against England.
The best captain is MS Dhoni: Sajid Khan
While talking about his own leadership style, Sajid emphasized that being a captain is not about aggression but about strategy. He believes that the true strength of a successful captain lies in his decision-making and his ability to inspire the team, as Dhoni did throughout his career. Sajid also called Dhoni ‘best captain’.
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In a viral video on social media, the 31-year-old said, “The best captain is MS Dhoni” when asked about his inspiration in terms of captaincy. Sajid further noted, “He is a very calm and collected person.” , and successful captain.”
When asked if his captaincy style is aggressive, the Pakistan spinner responded by saying, “Being captain or not is not a problem. The captain’s strategy matters.”
Watch Sajid’s golden words for Dhoni here:
Pakistan Spinner Sajid Khan on MS Dhoni
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– Chakri Dhoni (@ChakriDhonii) northohvmymetrobmyr 5, 2024
In particular, Sajid has attracted attention for his classic off-spin skills and disciplined approach. His traditional off-spin style, consistent line and length and impressive rebounding ability have established him as a rising force for Pakistan, especially on spin-friendly tracks.
Sajid’s breakthrough performance came against Bangladesh, where he demonstrated his mastery over subtle variations, challenging the batsmen with precision and control. His defining moment came during the Bangladesh series with remarkable figures of 8/42, concluding the match with a 12-wicket haul.
And most recently, the 31-year-old cricketer returned to the Pakistan team with a statement. His comeback saw him claim 19 wickets in two Tests against England, helping him secure a thrilling 2-1 series win at home.