'Pakistan chapter I had before is now closed': Amir calls himself 'British local'
Former Pakistani cricketer Mohammad Amir has confirmed his retirement from international cricket after obtaining British citizenship. He stated that his new status as a 'British local' prevents him from representing Pakistan, effectively closing his international career.
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The transition of high-profile athletes between national teams or domestic leagues highlights the intersection of immigration status and professional sports regulations.
Mohammad Amir has ended speculation over a possible return to Pakistan's national team, confirming that his international career is now firmly behind him.The left-arm pacer, who retired from international cricket in December 2024, has obtained British citizenship and a British passport through his wife, Narjis Khan.Amir explained that his new status means he can no longer be treated as a local Pakistani player in competitions such as the County Championship and The Hundred. Players registered as locals in English domestic cricket must declare that they will not represent another country as a local player."I am a British local now. When you play in competitions such as the County Championship and The Hundred as a local player, you have to sign a document stating that you cannot play for another country as a local.
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