Mohammad Amir British Citizenship PSL Overseas Player: 34-year-old former Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir has made a major decision regarding his cricket career. After acquiring British citizenship, Amir has confirmed that he will register as an overseas player in the 2027 Pakistan Super League auction. His wife, Narjis Khan, is already a British citizen. Amir received a British passport earlier this year, officially ending his status as a local player in the PSL.
Mohammad Amir will play as a foreign player in PSL
Mohammad Amir retired from international cricket last year and has been playing franchise cricket. He applied for British citizenship several years ago. Since receiving British citizenship, he has been playing as a domestic player in the English league, The Hundred. He was also previously signed by Nottinghamshire as a domestic player for the T20 Blast tournament.
One of the most successful bowlers in PSL history
Amir has been one of the most successful bowlers in the history of the PSL. Since the league’s inaugural season in 2016, he has taken 98 wickets in 94 matches at an average of 27.09. Amir, who is among the leading wicket-takers in the PSL, has played for Karachi Kings, Quetta Gladiators, and Rawalpindi Riders. He has also played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20 Internationals for Pakistan.
Will the doors open for playing in IPL?
After Aamir received a British passport, discussions have begun on social media and in sports circles about his potential participation in the Indian Premier League. Although Pakistani players are barred from the IPL, holding a British passport technically qualifies him for the IPL auction. Therefore, he can register for the IPL.