Not Babar Azam or Shan Masood!! Sajid Khan names this Indian captain as the best in the World

Pakistan’s star spinner Sajid Khan has revealed that the Indian legend MS Dhoni is his ultimate inspiration when it comes to leadership. Sajid described the former India captain as the epitome of calmness, success, and composure under pressure.

In a recent interview, Sajid Khan reflected on his own captaincy experience, which spans from leading at the Under-13 level to captaining clubs and first-class sides. However, when it comes to idolizing a leader, the Pakistani spinner looks at the one and only charismatic MS Dhoni.

Sajid Khan hails MS Dhoni as his ultimate leadership inspiration

Sajid Khan acknowledged Dhoni’s unmatched ability to remain composed in high-pressure situations and make calculated decisions even in the tensest moments. Dhoni, who is also known as "Captain Cool," guided the Indian cricket team to historic victories in global tournaments, winning the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 ODI World Cup, and the 2013 Champions Trophy.

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MS Dhoni’s record of winning all three major ICC trophies as a captain remains unmatched, showcasing his tactical genius and unique ability to inspire his team to rise above challenges.

Apart from his clear-headed approach and knack for reading the game with precision, the former Indian captain also won hearts with his relentless faith in his players and backing them wholeheartedly to allow them to perform at their best.

Dhoni's calm and respectful demeanor has also earned him admiration from fans and players in Pakistan, and one such admirer is Sajid Khan, who recently played a key role in Pakistan’s dramatic 2-1 Test series victory over England at home. Sajid scalped 19 wickets in just two Tests against England.

The best captain is MS Dhoni: Sajid Khan

While discussing his own leadership style, Sajid emphasized that being a captain isn’t about aggression but about strategy. He believes that a successful captain’s true strength lies in his decision-making and ability to inspire the team, as Dhoni did throughout his career. Sajid also called Dhoni "best captain".

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In a viral video on social media, the 31-year-old spinner said, “The best captain is MS Dhoni," when he was asked about his inspiration in terms of captaincy. Sajid further noted, “He is a very cool, calm, and successful captain.”

On being asked whether his captaincy style is aggressive, the Pakistani spinner replied by saying, “Being a captain or not is not such an issue. The strategy of the captain matters.”

Watch Sajid's golden words for Dhoni here:

Pakistan Spinner Sajid Khan on MS Dhoni 🥶🔥#MSDhoni pic.twitter.com/y2L4bq8T3D

— Chakri Dhoni (@ChakriDhonii) November 5, 2024

Notably, Sajid has garnered attention with his classical off-spin skills and disciplined approach. His traditional off-spin style, consistent line and length, and impressive ability to extract bounce have established 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 batters with precision and control. His defining moment arrived during the Bangladesh series with remarkable figures of 8/42, concluding 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 claim 19 wickets across two Tests against England, helping secure a thrilling 2-1 series win at home.