Rizwan Outshines de Kock, Buttler, KL Rahul, and Pant in ODIs

Islamabad: The latest reminder of his class has once again proved wrong those doubters who continue to raise questions about his future in the team. Yet over the last five years, no wicketkeeper-batter in One Day Internationals has averaged more with the bat (40 games minimum) than Pakistan’s skipper, proving that the notions of his demise are way overblown.

With a remarkable average of 52 over this period, Rizwan leads the world in consistency and productivity. It’s a feat achieved in a time when high-scoring ODIs and changing batting roles have made it harder than ever to maintain such numbers. For Rizwan to be ahead of names like Quinton de Kock, Jos Buttler, KL Rahul, or Rishabh Pant is a huge achievement.

Since 2020, Rizwan has been a pillar in Pakistan’s batting order, combining composure with calculated aggression. His ability to anchor the innings while shifting gears when needed has made him one of the most valuable assets in modern ODI cricket.

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The numbers also reflect his adaptability. Whether chasing daunting totals or guiding Pakistan through tricky conditions, Rizwan has delivered with a calm assurance — a quality that has made him a fan favourite and a nightmare for opposition bowlers.