00:00Wazir Mohamad, the eldest of Pakistan's legendary Mohamad brothers, has passed away at the age
00:06of 95.
00:07His story is deeply tied to the very roots of Pakistan cricket, a time when the country
00:12was just finding its feet in the world of test cricket.
00:16He may have played only 20 test matches, fewer than his brothers Hanif, Mushtaq, and Sadiq
00:23Mohamad.
00:24But his contributions were vital during Pakistan's earliest cricketing triumph.
00:29Wazir Mohamad was a tough middle-order best man, remembered for his calm presence and
00:33unshakable defence.
00:35His most unforgettable moment came during their historic Oval Test in 1954, Pakistan's first-ever
00:42tour of England.
00:43When wickets were tumbling and Pakistan seemed finished, Wazir Mohamad walked in with quiet
00:49determination.
00:50Betting with the tail-enders, he stood firm for the four long hours, scoring an unbeaten
00:55victory.
00:56That helped Pakistan post a defendable total.
00:59That innings turned the match around and Pakistan went on to the record of a famous 24-run victory,
01:05their first-ever win in England.
01:07A few years later, against Australia in Karachi, Pakistan again found themselves in deep trouble
01:14at 74-5.
01:15Wazir Mohamad joined forces with Captain Abdul Hafiz Qardar to rescue the innings.
01:21His fighting knockoff 67 helped Pakistan claim another famous win, proof of his ability to
01:26perform when it mattered most.
01:29But perhaps his final series came during Pakistan's Tour of the West Indies in 1957-58.
01:34While the series is often remembered for Hanif Mohamad Marathon 337 and Gary Sober's World
01:43Record 365, Wazir Mohamad quietly shone throughout the series.
01:48He scored 440 runs, including two centuries and unbeaten 97.
01:53His 189 at Port of Spain was a masterpiece, nearly seven hours at the Kuris, building the
02:00foundation for a commanding Pakistan victory.
02:03Though his test career ended soon after, Wazir Mohamad continued to guide the next generation.
02:09He captained young Pakistan, hopeful known as the Eglets during their England tour in 1963,
02:16a team that later produced many test stars and even captains.
02:20Affectionately nicknamed Wisdom by his fears for his remarkable memory and love for cricket
02:26statistics. Wazir Mohamad played first-class cricket until 1964.
02:31Even in his final innings, he fought till the end, scoring 23 runs as Karachi Wilds narrowly
02:37missed a trophy win.
02:38As far as the test carrier, Wazir Mohamad represented Pakistan in 20 test matches between 1952 and
02:451959.
02:46Over 33 innings, he remained not out on four occasions, aggregating 801 runs at an average
02:53of 27.62. He scored two centuries and three half centuries, with his best test score being
02:59189 not out.
03:02In the bowling department, he sent down just 24 deliveries without taking a wicket, and
03:07in the field, he took five catches. At the first-class level, Wazir Mohamad featured in
03:12105 matches. He amassed 4930 runs at a healthy average of 40.40, a figure that better capture
03:20his consistency and value in the longer format.
03:24He notched up 11 centuries and 26 fifties, with the highest individual score also being
03:29189. With the ball, he bowled 102 deliveries in first-class cricket but did not claim any
03:36wicket. In terms of aiding, he held 35 catches in his first-class career.
03:42Wazir Mohamad was right-handed batsman and bowled right arm occasionally, showing his exposure
03:47to all modes of dismissal over a varied set of ballers. Wazir Mohamad will always be remembered
03:53not just for his runs, but for his character, patience, humble and full of cricketing wisdom.
03:58He stood at the heart of Pakistan's early cricketing dreams and his legacy remains a precious chapter
04:05in the nation supporting history. If you like this video, please comment, share and subscribe. Thank you very much.
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