Pakistan cricket’s ongoing struggles in the pace department have reignited speculation around a possible return of Mohammad Amir, one of the country’s most gifted fast bowlers, ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup.
The 33-year-old, who announced his retirement from international cricket last year, remains highly active on the franchise circuit. Rumours of a comeback gained momentum recently after Amir opted out of the ILT20 auction, a move that many in the local media interpreted as a signal of his availability for national duty.
However, Amir has now put all speculation to rest. Speaking on the matter, he confirmed that his retirement is final and that he has no intention of wearing the Pakistan jersey again. With the World Cup fast approaching, he urged fans and journalists to shift their attention to the current squad, saying it is their time to deliver.
Pakistan has found capable replacements in the pace attack, but few have matched the impact Amir had during his prime. A return would not have been unprecedented either. He previously reversed his retirement to play in the 2024 T20 World Cup, although he failed to replicate his earlier success.
So, is Mohammad Amir coming back? His answer this time is unequivocal: no. But even from the sidelines, he remains hopeful for Pakistan’s rise on the global stage.
