Well, I, for one, am glad to see Saleh getting some much deserved recognition. I love his shy, but good-hearted, strong, and wise personality, and he's just plain sexy! It matters not how "crappy" his stats are. He is always on the field in my playthroughs, and he's always served me well.
Truly skilled players would learn to win with their favorites. Even the crappiest unit can be good if you use them right!