Dubai: Pakistan’s star cricketer Mohammad Rizwan has been named the Men’s T20 Cricketer of the Year by the International Cricket Council as it announces the winners of the ICC Awards in various categories.
“Sheer consistency, indomitable spirit and some breathtaking knocks — the ICC Men’s T20I Cricketer of the Year enjoyed a memorable run in 2021,” a statement issued by the ICC said.
Wicket keeper-batter Rizwan, while sharing his views on the achievement, said he is more happy because Pakistan has won the award.
“It is a pleasure to see Pakistan’s name among the top teams of the world,” Rizwan said in a conversation with the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
Rizwan gave credit for his award to the team management, his fellow cricketers and analysts, saying that “team Pakistan has a standing in [the top squads of] the world due to everyone’s hard work”.
PCB Chairman Ramiz Raja congratulated Rizwan on a “well deserved achievement”.
