Azhar Ali becomes essential part of Pakistan team permanently

Azhar Ali compiled a crucial century against Sri Lanka enabling Pakistan to bowl at something in the fourth innings of second Test. He has performed consistently in Tests and more recently in ODIs as well. Azhar Ali is the best option to shine young players in the Pakistan team when the likes of Misbah-ul-Haq and Younis Khan are approaching the end of their careers. Ever since the captaincy of ODI side has been given to him, he has emerged completely different player. It was surprising to choose  him as he had not played an ODI for two years. But he is playing lead role ever since he has been given the responsibility. He has scored 72, 36, 101, 79, 102 and 46 in his six innings as captain. Although he lost his first series against Bangladesh as captain but he bounced back leading his side to series win over Zimbabwe in Pakistan.

Azhar celebrates his match-winning century with Misbah

He has been playing Test cricket also regularly since he made his debut in 2010. He normally plays at No. 3 and has brought team out of trouble often. Azhar was made captain of ODI side in place of Misbah and could also be named the captain of Tests if Misbah retires. Younis Khan, who played 100th Test in the current series against Sri lanka, may decide to step back. Azhar may be only one in this situation who can best utilize talents of youngsters in the team.

Azhar and Younis running between the stumps

Pakistan has plenty of good young players. The players like Asad Shafiq, Junaid Khan, Sarfraz Ahmed and Rahat Ali have performed well in the available chances so far. There will be huge space to fill if Misbah and Younis retire. The young players can derive satisfaction in these kind of situations that they have a player like Azhar Ali to follow in the team. Azhar has got good technique and patience which will help him to lead Pakistan into new era in Tests, if he once gets chance.

Azhar playing a shot on leg-side

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