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Pakistan One Day International (ODI) captain Mohammad Rizwan has shared his thoughts after joining Melbourne Renegades for the Big Bash League (BBL) 15.
Rizwan was selected by Melbourne with the third pick in the BBL overseas draft. The wicket-keeper batter shared his thoughts in a video message on the franchise’s official page.
“Assalam-u-alaikum and good morning, Australia. It’s a great honour to join the Melbourne Renegades,” said Mohammad Rizwan.
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“I have always admired how they play with heart. I’m very excited to wear the No.16 jersey, meet the passionate Melbourne fans and giving my very best. Inshallah. Thank you,” Mohammad Rizwan concluded.
It is pertinent to mention that Pakistan’s gap in the ICC Future Tours Programme (FTP) from November to February provides their top cricketers a window of opportunity to participate in the BBL 15.
For the unversed, the BBL 15 Draft, held in Melbourne on Thursday, saw six of the eight franchises show interest in Pakistan’s top players, with five national stars eventually earning contracts.
Star batter Babar Azam was pre-signed by the Sydney Sixers ahead of the BBL 15 draft, while Shaheen’s selection as the No. 1 Platinum pick headlines a strong Pakistani presence in the league this season.
Speedster Haris Rauf, retained by Melbourne Stars, continues his association with the franchise he has served since 2019. Rauf is currently active in the MLC 2025 with San Francisco Unicorns.
Shadab Khan, drafted by the Sydney Thunder, marks his fourth BBL stint. The leg-spinner has already represented Brisbane Heat, Sydney Sixers, and Hobart Hurricanes, tallying 14 wickets in 12 matches at an economy of 7.50.
Hasan Ali, selected by Adelaide Strikers, will also make his BBL debut. The experienced right-arm pacer has previously featured in the LPL, CPL, and BPL.
READ: Hasan Ali opens up after Adelaide Strikers signing for BBL 15
