His penchant for bizarre dismissals notwithstanding, Misbah ul Haq
has excelled in both forms of the game and is an ideal candidate
to take over as Pakistan's Test captain, believes former captain Rameez Raja.
With the Pakistan Cricket Board deciding to review the performance of skipper
Shoaib Malik in January, Rameez said Misbah's form and his educational
qualifications made him the ideal choice to replace the incumbent as the Test
captain.
"Misbah has resolved a lot of problems in the Pakistan
batting and at a time when questions are being asked about Malik's ability to
lead the captain in Test matches and Younis Khan has also refused the
captaincy, Misbah seems to be the ideal person for the job," Rameez said.
Rameez pointed out that like him, Misbah had done his MBA and
given a new lease of life to his career at the age of 33, when most contemplate
retirement.
"I admire that person who is respected in the dressing
room. I don't bother about what he does off the field in his spare time. But
at an age (33) when most people think about retiring, Misbah has shown strength
of character by excelling at the top level and surprised everyone with his performances,"
Rameez said.
"The fact is if Malik can't establish himself...Misbah
appears to be an ideal choice to take over as Test captain," Rameez said.
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