Moeen Ali’s OBE Is More Than Just “Runs and Wickets” In the Queen’s Birthday Honours List. Ali was named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire.
Moeen Ali, England’s all-rounder, has insist that his inclusion in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List is about much more than “runs and wickets.” When athletes are named to one of Queen Elizabeth II’s (who is celebrating her Platinum Jubilee this week.) British and Commonwealth honours lists, it is usually in recognition of a successful on-field career. While the 34-year-old Moeen Ali, who named an Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) on Wednesday, has made 225 appearances for England in all formats over a 16-year professional career, he has also been a trailblazer for the Asian community in Britain.
Moeen Ali, a Birmingham-born cricketer of Pakistani ancestry. Has never shied away from proclaiming his Muslim faith in a sport that has faced repeated allegations of discrimination.
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Moeen Ali’s cricket achievements include a Test hat-trick and a World Cup winner’s medal.
He said the OBE was also a proud moment for his father Munir and mother Maqsood.
“It’s an honor to be recognize; it’s incredible, and my family is very proud and happy,” Moeen said. “Most importantly, I know it makes my parents happy.”
“It’s not just about runs and wickets.” I guess it’s more about the journey I’ve been on and all that kind of stuff. It’s because of my upbringing and background. All of those things have happened to me throughout my life.”
However, Moeen, who described the OBE as “almost the icing on the cake,” has not always been comfortable with being seen as an ambassador for Britain’s Asian population.
“From the start,” he said, “as soon as I play for England, people label me as a potential role model or role model.” “It is a significant responsibility… But as time passes, you come to accept and deal with it a lot better.”
“You have to accept it and realize you are probably a role model, even if you don’t like saying it too much,” Moeen, who retired from Test cricket in September, added.
“You do inspire a lot of people, particularly those from the inner city and those who can relate to you.”
“I dislike the term role model to some extent, but I understand my role and what I need to do.”