Veteran fast bowler Mohammad Amir has announced his retirement from international cricket, following the decision of white-ball spinning all-rounder Imad Wasim to step away from the game just a day earlier. The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) confirmed the news on Saturday.
Amir, 32, made his debut for Pakistan in June 2009 and has had a distinguished career across all three formats of the game. Throughout his international tenure, he played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20Is, amassing 271 wickets and scoring 1,179 runs. His contributions were pivotal in Pakistan’s successes, particularly during their victorious 2009 ICC T20 World Cup and the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy campaigns.
Reflecting on his career, Amir stated, “It has been an honor to represent my country across all formats. I believe it is the right time for the next generation to take the baton and elevate Pakistan cricket to new heights.” The fast bowler, who had previously retired in 2020 due to dissatisfaction with PCB management, also expressed gratitude to the board for their ongoing support and acknowledged the unwavering backing of Pakistan’s cricket fans.
Amir’s earlier retirement came after he was implicated in a spot-fixing scandal in 2010, which led to a five-year ban. Despite the controversy, Amir returned to international cricket and played a key role in several memorable victories for Pakistan.
Imad Wasim, who also announced his retirement on the same day, thanked the PCB for their support throughout his career. The 35-year-old all-rounder described his journey with Pakistan as a dream come true and wished success to the national team in the future.
The PCB expressed its appreciation for both players’ invaluable contributions to Pakistan cricket and extended their best wishes for their future endeavors.
