Pakistan’s star spinner Sajid Khan Indian legend MS Dhoni has revealed that he is his main inspiration when it comes to leadership. Sajid described the former India the captain as the embodiment of calmness, success and composure under pressure.
In a recent interview, Sajid Khan reflected on his experience of captaining from under-13 level to captaining clubs and first-class sides. However, when it comes to idolizing a leader, the Pakistani spinner looks up to the one and only charismatic MS Dhoni.
Sajid Khan hails MS Dhoni as his main leadership inspiration
Sajid Khan acknowledged Dhoni’s unique ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations and take calculated decisions even in the most tense moments. Also known as “Captain Cool”, Dhoni led the Indian cricket team to historic victories in global tournaments, winning the 2007 T20 World Cup, 2011 ODI World Cup and 2013 Champions Trophy.
MS Dhoni’s record of winning all three major ICC trophies as captain remains unmatched, showcasing his tactical genius and unique ability to inspire his team to overcome adversity.
The former Indian captain won hearts with his clear-eyed approach and ability to read the game with precision, as well as his unrelenting faith in his players and whole-hearted support for them to perform at their best.
Dhoni’s calm and respectful demeanor has won him admiration from fans and players in Pakistan as well, one such fan being Sajid Khan, who recently played a key role in Pakistan’s dramatic 2-1 Test win. series victory over England at home. Sajid scored 19 wickets in just two Tests against England.
The best captain is MS Dhoni: Sajid Khan
While discussing his leadership style, Sajid emphasized that being a captain is about strategy, not aggression. He believes that the true strength of a successful captain lies in his decision-making and ability to inspire the team, as Dhoni has done throughout his career. Sajid also called Dhoni “the best captain”.
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“The best captain is MS Dhoni,” the 31-year-old spinner said in a video shared on social media when asked about his inspiration for captaincy. Sajid further remarked: , and successful captain.”
When asked whether his style of captaincy is aggressive or not, the Pakistani spinner replied: “Being a captain or not is not a question. The captain’s strategy is important.”
Watch Sajid’s golden words for Dhoni here:
Pakistan Spinner Sajid Khan on MS Dhoni 🥶🔥#MSDhheni pic.twitter.chem/y2L4bq8T3D
— Chakri Dhoni (@ChakriDhonii) Nhevember 5, 2024
It should be noted that Sajid attracted attention with his classic off-spin skills and disciplined approach. His traditional off-spin style, consistent line and length and impressive ability to produce bounce have marked him as a rising force for Pakistan, especially on spin-friendly tracks.
Sajid’s breakthrough performance came against Bangladesh, where he proved his command over subtle variations, challenging shots with precision and control. His defining moment came during the Bangladesh series with his remarkable figures of 8/42, ending 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 take 19 wickets in two Tests against England, securing a thrilling 2-1 series win at home.
