Former Pakistani fast bowler, Mohammad Amir has cleared the air about his potential return to international cricket.
Amir clarified that he has no plans to revoke his retirement and emphasised that his decision to step away from the game remains unchanged.
“For the past two or three days, I have been hearing that Mohammad Amir is making a comeback and taking back his retirement. No discussion has taken place with me about any comeback or withdrawing retirement, nor do I have any such plan. The decision I made regarding retirement is final,” Amir said.
“My fans say that I should come back, but Pakistan cricket also needs to move forward,” he added.
He also stressed the importance of giving opportunities to young players.
“Regarding Sarfaraz Ahmed, there are reports that he is being made the Chief Selector. Even if he is not appointed Chief Selector, if he comes in as a selector, it will be a good decision. Sarfaraz Ahmed has played with the current players, which could be an advantage,” he said.
Earlier, Amir retired from all international cricket at the age of 28 after claiming he had been “mentally tortured” by team management.
At the time, he said Amir said: “I am leaving cricket for now because I’m being mentally tortured. I don’t think I can bear such torture.”
