Pakistan's wicketkeeper-batter Mohammad Rizwan expressed his passion to play for the country. Rizwan said he is being inspired by the soldiers of Pakistan who are ready to sacrifice their lives for the country.

Before the semi-final match of Pakistan in the T20 World Cup 2021, Rizwan spent two nights in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), battling severe chest infection, before taking the field for his country against Australia. 

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“I am now feeling much better, I would request people to pray for me,” the Pakistan cricketer told reporters in Dubai. “I am always ready [to play] for Pakistan,” he added while speaking on the inspiration from Pakistan soldiers.

Pakistan team doctor Najeeb Somroo had revealed the details on Rizwan in the post-match press conference after the side’s exit from the tournament. They lost the match after the Aussies chased down a target of 177 runs with 6 balls left and 5 wickets in hand.

Rizwan was the top scorer for his team in the semi-final, as he scored 67 runs off 52 deliveries and stitched up a partnership of 71 runs for the first wicket with his opening partner and captain Babar Azam.