Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir has again decided to retire from international cricket, marking his final departure from the national team.
He conveyed this decision through a poignant note on his official X (formerly Twitter) account: “After thoughtful reflection, I have reached the difficult decision to retire from international cricket. Such choices are tough yet necessary. It seems the appropriate moment for the younger players to step forward and propel Pakistani cricket to greater heights.”
Announcement of my retirement from international cricket 🏏. pic.twitter.com/CsPfOTGY6O
— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) December 14, 2024Amir added, “The privilege of representing my country has always been and will continue to be my life’s highest honour. I extend my heartfelt thanks to the PCB, my family and friends, and especially my fans for their unwavering support.”
Initially retiring in 2020 at 28 due to disagreements with the management, Amir, now 32, returned to international play earlier this year with Imad Wasim for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. While Wasim’s performance fell short of expectations, Amir excelled, securing seven wickets in four matches at an impressive average of 10.28. Despite their efforts, Pakistan exited early in the group stages.
Amir began his international career at 17 during the 2009 ICC T20 World Cup, where he played a key role in Pakistan’s triumph. Throughout his career, he appeared in 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20Is, taking 271 wickets and scoring 1,179 runs. His contributions were vital in Pakistan’s 2017 ICC Champions Trophy victory under Sarfaraz Ahmed’s captaincy.
