Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has expressed his curiosity in taking part in within the Indian Premier League (IPL). The left-arm fast, who stepped away from worldwide cricket for the second time final yr, revealed that he may very well be eligible to function within the match by 2026. He acknowledged that if a possibility arises, he could be open to creating his IPL debut.
“Subsequent yr tak meri alternative ban rahi hai, agar hua to why not (By subsequent yr, I’ll have the chance to play within the IPL, and if given the prospect, then why not). I’ll play within the IPL,” Amir stated whereas talking on the Haarna Mana Hai present.
Pakistan gamers and IPL: A restricted historical past
Notably, Pakistani gamers had been a part of the inaugural IPL season in 2008. Nevertheless, as a result of strained diplomatic ties between India and Pakistan, they’ve been barred from taking part within the league since then. Regardless of this, former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood featured within the IPL as a overseas participant, representing Punjab Kings in 2012 and 2013 and Kolkata Knight Riders in 2015, because of his British citizenship.
Amir, whose spouse Narjis holds UK citizenship, can be within the technique of acquiring a British passport. This might enable him to enter the IPL as an abroad participant, just like Mahmood.
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Mohammad Amir picks his most popular IPL staff
When requested about his most popular IPL staff, Amir didn’t hesitate to call Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). Former Pakistan cricketer Ahmed Shehzad, who was a part of the dialogue, supported Amir’s choice, emphasizing that RCB has lengthy struggled with its bowling assault.
“RCB want a bowler like Amir to repair their bowling woes. They’ve a superb batting unit, however their bowling has at all times been an issue. If Amir performs for RCB, they’ll win the title,” Shehzad commented.