Renowned cricket commentator and analyst Harsha Bhogle expressed his admiration for Pakistan’s all-rounder and vice-captain, Salman Ali Agha.p>
During a discussion on his YouTube channel, Bhogle highlighted Salman’s potential as a player who can significantly contribute to Pakistan’s cricketing future.
"I know Pakistan likes Saud Shakeel, but when I saw another young player at the end of last year here in Australia, I just thought, 'He can bowl and he can definitely bat—more of a batter than a bowler—but he is some player,'" said Bhogle.p>
"I am very happy that it has started to get reflected in the numbers, and it is Salman Ali Agha. I hope we see more of him," he added.p>
The 31-year-old cricketer’s career trajectory has been nothing short of remarkable.p>
The year 2024 marked a breakthrough for the all-rounder as he consistently excelled with both bat and ball.p>
Following Babar Azam's resignation, Mohammad Rizwan was named Pakistan's white-ball captain, while Salman Ali Agha appointed as vice-captain.p>
Agha’s leadership potential was further showcased when he captained the team in a three-match T20I series against Zimbabwe.p>
Under his captaincy, Pakistan clinched the series 2-1.p>
His all-round capabilities made him a valuable asset for Pakistan. In nine ODI matches last year, he scored 209 runs and claimed 11 wickets.p>
His performance in the Test format was equally commendable. p>
He scored 454 runs in seven matches at an impressive average of 41.47, including four half-centuries and a century.p>
In the first ODI against South Africa on December 17, 2024, the 31-year-old shone with an unbeaten 82* off 90 balls and took four wickets, earning the Player of the Match award.p>
In the ODI series against the Proteas, Salman emerged as the third-highest run-scorer, amassing 163 runs at an outstanding average of 81.50.