Mohammad Amir Alleges Mental Torture, Quits International Cricket
4 years ago

Mohammad Amir Alleges Mental Torture, Quits International Cricket

The Quint  

The 28-year-old said that he would be reaching Pakistan in a few more days and release a more detailed note stating his reasons. "Everyone wants to play for their country, they just keep saying that I left Test cricket for other leagues around the world. The left-armer, who arrived at the scene in a T20I game against England in June 2009, played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs and 50 T20Is in which he scalped 259 wickets in total. After serving his five-year ban, he returned to international cricket in 2015 and made his Test return in 2016. Amir, in 2018, called time on his Test career to focus entirely on white-ball cricket.

Pakistan  mohammad  saying  pakistan  world  release  alleges  played  test  amir  mental  quits  cricket  won  play  torture  international  squad

History of this topic

Rashid Khan returns as Afghanistan announce Test squad for Zimbabwe series
1 week ago

Rashid Khan returns as Afghanistan announce Test squad for Zimbabwe series

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : Star Afghanistan leg-spinner Rashid Khan is set to play his first Test match since March 2021 as the Afghanistan Cricket Board on Monday announced the squad for the two-match Test series against Zimbabwe at Bulawayo. Rashid Khan returns as Afghanistan announce Test squad for Zimbabwe series Rashid hasn't played red-ball cricket for his country since he took …

Pakistan’s star pacer Mohammad Amir announces retirement from international cricket
1 week, 2 days ago

Pakistan’s star pacer Mohammad Amir announces retirement from international cricket

The Hindu  

Controversial Pakistan left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir bid adieu to international cricket on Saturday, months after coming out of retirement to play in the T20 World Cup. Only Amir made a successful return to international cricket and was the hero of Pakistan's Champions Trophy triumph over India in 2017 in the U.K. A key member of Pakistan's team over the years, …

Mohammad Amir Announces International Retirement... Yet Again! Here's Why
Trending News
1 week, 2 days ago

Mohammad Amir Announces International Retirement... Yet Again! Here's Why

ABP News  

Pakistan legend Mohammad Amir has announced his international retirement yet again, as the iconic pacer steps down from international circuit. I would sincerely like to thank the PCB, my family, my friends, and above all, my fans for their continuous love and support," said Mohammad Amir, in his official announcement of retirement. Mohammad Amir made his much-awaited international comeback this …

Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir retires from international cricket
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

Pakistan’s Mohammad Amir retires from international cricket

The Hindu  

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday. “I feel this is the right time for the next generation to take the baton and elevate Pakistan Cricket to new heights.” Amir, who burst onto the scene aged 17, was instrumental in Pakistan’s 2009 T20 World Cup and the 2017 Champions Trophy triumphs. The 32-year-old had …

Mohammad Amir, Pakistan’s 2017 Champions Trophy hero, announces retirement
Top News
1 week, 2 days ago

Mohammad Amir, Pakistan’s 2017 Champions Trophy hero, announces retirement

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday. Mohammad Amir had previously announced his retirement in 2021 from all forms of international cricket, however, he decided to reverse his decision as he announced his availability for the T20 World Cup this year. Imad Wasim bids adieu to international cricket 35-year-old Imad made his international debut in …

Pakistan cricket: Controversial Amir retires from international stage
1 week, 2 days ago

Pakistan cricket: Controversial Amir retires from international stage

Al Jazeera  

Mohammad Amir, who was once jailed in the United Kingdom for sport-fixing, has retired from Pakistan cricket. Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir announced his retirement from international cricket on Saturday, ending a controversial career that saw him jailed on spot-fixing charges. “After careful consideration I have taken the difficult decision to retire from international cricket,” Amir said in a post …

Mohammad Amir announces retirement from international cricket once again
1 week, 2 days ago

Mohammad Amir announces retirement from international cricket once again

India Today  

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammed Amir announced his retirement from international cricket once again on Saturday, December 14 after making a comeback earlier this year. Notably, Amir made a return to international cricket after coming out of his retirement in March 2024 and represented the national side after a gap of three years and eight months in the series against New …

Pakistan announce Test squad for South Africa series; Shaheen Afridi, Sajid Khan left out, Babar Azam returns
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Pakistan announce Test squad for South Africa series; Shaheen Afridi, Sajid Khan left out, Babar Azam returns

India TV News  

Pakistan have named all three squads for the multi-format tour of South Africa, set to kick off on December 10 with a three-match T20 series, followed by as many ODIs and a couple of Test matches. Pakistan saw a return for Babar Azam and pacer Naseem Shah into the Test team for the two crucial World Test Championship matches against …

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan Set for Test Return after 3 Years
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Afghanistan's Rashid Khan Set for Test Return after 3 Years

India Today  

Afghanistan's star spinner Rashid Khan is set to return to Test cricket for the upcoming tour of Zimbabwe. He last played a Test back in March 2021 against Zimbabwe and has been more focused on white-ball cricket since then. The ACB chief executive has confirmed that Rashid will be available for the Test series against Zimbabwe.

Mohammad Amir 'hopeful' of Super 8 qualification after 'much needed' win vs Canada
6 months, 1 week ago

Mohammad Amir 'hopeful' of Super 8 qualification after 'much needed' win vs Canada

India Today  

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir is hopeful of his team’s qualification to the Super 8 stage of the T20 World Cup 2024 following a win over Canada in their third fixture on Tuesday, June 11 at Nassau County International Cricket Stadium, New York. Pakistan to face Ireland in last fixture T20 World Cup: Full Coverage | Complete Schedule Amir bowled …

You have to out-think the batters: Mohammad Amir on biggest T20 challenge for bowlers
7 months, 2 weeks ago

You have to out-think the batters: Mohammad Amir on biggest T20 challenge for bowlers

Hindustan Times  

Lahore, Veteran Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir believes the greatest challenge in Twenty20 cricket for bowlers now-a-days is to out-think the batters. You have to out-think the batters: Mohammad Amir on biggest T20 challenge for bowlers He, however, said that the bowlers could prevail in the format with some smart thinking. "The coming World Cup is very special for me because …

Cricket Only Source Of Happiness For Afghans But Can't Help If Australia Refuse To Play Us: Rashid Khan
8 months, 1 week ago

Cricket Only Source Of Happiness For Afghans But Can't Help If Australia Refuse To Play Us: Rashid Khan

ABP News  

New Delhi: "You can't do anything about it," Rashid Khan conceded as he tried to make sense of Australia's refusal to play bilateral cricket with Afghanistan men's team, which he believes, achieves nothing beyond denying happiness to his people. Cricket Australia cancelled an ODI series Down Under in 2023 and as recent as last month, refused to play a T20 …

Mohammad Amir, UAE-banned Usman Khan named in Pakistan squad for T20 series against New Zealand
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Mohammad Amir, UAE-banned Usman Khan named in Pakistan squad for T20 series against New Zealand

Hindustan Times  

Uncapped Usman Khan was named Tuesday in Pakistan's squad for its five-match T20 series against New Zealand after the batter was banned for five years by the Emirates Cricket Board. Pakistan's Mohammad Amir celebrates taking the wicket of New Zealand's Martin Guptill The ECB banned the 28-year-old Khan last week after he showed interest in playing for his country of …

'He told me he has already moved on': Hafeez reveals he 'phone-called' Mohammad Amir for potential Pakistan comeback
1 year ago

'He told me he has already moved on': Hafeez reveals he 'phone-called' Mohammad Amir for potential Pakistan comeback

Hindustan Times  

The Pakistan cricketing setup underwent an overhaul following a disappointing ODI World Cup campaign, where the side finished fifth with five losses in nine games. Mohammad Amir of Pakistan during the 2019 World Cup On Tuesday, Hafeez addressed a press conference where he fielded questions from reporters over the recent developments in Pakistan cricket. But while Imad put a curtain …

'I Will Definitely...': Mohammad Amir On Possible IPL Debut After Getting British Passport In 2024
1 year, 5 months ago

'I Will Definitely...': Mohammad Amir On Possible IPL Debut After Getting British Passport In 2024

ABP News  

Ever since it came in the public forum that former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir might get a British passport soon, fans have started to wonder whether he will get to play in the Indian Premier League. Notably, while players from Pakistan are not allowed to compete in the cash-rich league, a British passport may change things for Amir who got …

Mohammad Amir to play in IPL? Pakistan pacer reveals his plans as he is set to get British passport in 2024
1 year, 5 months ago

Mohammad Amir to play in IPL? Pakistan pacer reveals his plans as he is set to get British passport in 2024

India TV News  

Mohammad Amir is one of the very few cricketers whose international cricket got cut short because of his own doings. Amir is set to get British citizenship in 2024 and might be eligible to play in the Indian Premier League. The Pakistan players featured in the IPL only once in the inaugural season and the Mumbai attacks in November meant, …

Door open for Amir to come out of international retirement and play for Pakistan: PCB chief Najam Sethi
1 year, 11 months ago

Door open for Amir to come out of international retirement and play for Pakistan: PCB chief Najam Sethi

India Today  

Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Najam Sethi has given the green light for left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir to come out of international retirement and play for the Pakistan men's cricket team. In an interview, Sethi, who has replaced Ramiz Raja as PCB chairman, stated that the board would have no objection if Amir decided to come out of retirement. Sethi has …

T20 World Cup 2022: Wahab Riaz & Mohammad Amir question Pakistan's lack of intent | WATCH VIDEO
2 years, 1 month ago

T20 World Cup 2022: Wahab Riaz & Mohammad Amir question Pakistan's lack of intent | WATCH VIDEO

India TV News  

T20 World Cup 2022: Babar Azam and his team have been under severe criticism for the past few days. In the ongoing World Cup, team Pakistan is heavily relying on the results of the other teams, especially the results of the Indian cricket team. This has riled up Wahab Riaz and Mohammad Amir as they questioned Pakistan's lack of intent. …

T20 World Cup 2022: "It's time to get rid of so called PCB chairman"- Mohammad Amir lashes out on Ramiz Raja
2 years, 1 month ago

T20 World Cup 2022: "It's time to get rid of so called PCB chairman"- Mohammad Amir lashes out on Ramiz Raja

India TV News  

T20 World Cup 2022: The Zimbabwe cricket team on Thursday secured a famous win against Pakistan in a thrilling Super 12 match. In a tweet, Amir criticised Pakistan Cricket Board chairman and the selector for Pakistan's loss. "From day one I said poor selection ab is cheez ki responsibility kon le ga I think it's time to get rid of …

Mohammad Amir's cheeky tweet takes internet by storm after Shaheen Afridi gets ruled out of Asia Cup 2022
2 years, 4 months ago

Mohammad Amir's cheeky tweet takes internet by storm after Shaheen Afridi gets ruled out of Asia Cup 2022

Hindustan Times  

On Saturday, the Pakistan Cricket Board confirmed the ruling out of Shaheen Afridi from the men's Asia Cup 2022, that begins on August 27. Mohammad Amir; Shaheen Afridi Following the development, a certain Pakistan left-arm pacer had a rather cheeky reaction. The board said that while Shaheen has been ruled out of the T20 Asia Cup and the seven-match T20 …

Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan longs for more Test opportunities
2 years, 8 months ago

Afghanistan’s Rashid Khan longs for more Test opportunities

The Hindu  

Afghanistan spinner Rashid Khan longs for opportunities to play Test matches against top teams but is content plying his trade in franchise cricket until that happens, the 23-year-old told Reuters on Friday. It was scheduled to play a one-off Test in Hobart in November but Cricket Australia postponed the match citing uncertainty over the future of women’s cricket under Afghanistan’s …

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Hasnain's bowling action reported during BBL: Report
2 years, 11 months ago

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Hasnain's bowling action reported during BBL: Report

Hindustan Times  

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Hasnain's bowling action has been reported by umpires in the Big Bash League in Australia and he is set to undergo a test here. Pakistan pacer Mohammad Hasnain The 21-year-old Hasnain has just finished a productive five-game stint with Sydney Thunder but will now undergo the test at the ICC-accredited biomechanics laboratory in Lahore, according to a …

IPL 2021: Moeen Ali, CSK's England all-rounder, retires from Test cricket
3 years, 2 months ago

IPL 2021: Moeen Ali, CSK's England all-rounder, retires from Test cricket

India TV News  

England's spin bowling all-rounder Moeen Ali on Monday announced retirement from Test cricket to prolong his career in white-ball formats, saying he is "content" despite the widespread belief that he could have achieved a lot more. "Test cricket is amazing, when you're having a good day it's better than any other format by far, it's more rewarding and you feel …

Waqar Younis says Mohammed Amir's Pakistan comeback very difficult without strong domestic run
3 years, 5 months ago

Waqar Younis says Mohammed Amir's Pakistan comeback very difficult without strong domestic run

Firstpost  

Amir retired from international play last December, saying he was mentally tortured by his teammates and coaches. Islamabad: Pakistan bowling coach Waqar Younis feels it will be tough for paceman Mohammad Amir to make a comeback to international cricket without first impressing domestically. He reportedly met with Pakistan Cricket Board chief executive Wasim Khan earlier this year, leading to speculation …

Pakistan recall Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah for Tests in West Indies
3 years, 6 months ago

Pakistan recall Mohammad Abbas, Naseem Shah for Tests in West Indies

India TV News  

Pakistan recalled fast bowlers Mohammad Abbas and Naseem Shah on Friday for the two test matches against the West Indies and named uncapped batsman Azam Khan for the Twenty20s. ___ Squads: ODIs: Babar Azam, Shadab Khan, Abdullah Shafique, Faheem Ashraf, Fakhar Zaman, Haider Ali, Haris Rauf, Haris Sohail, Hasan Ali, Imam-ul-Haq, Mohammad Hasnain, Mohammad Nawaz, Mohammad Rizwan, Salman Ali Agha, …

Shoaib Akhtar slams Mohammed Amir tells him to 'grow up' and sort out his differences with team management
3 years, 6 months ago

Shoaib Akhtar slams Mohammed Amir tells him to 'grow up' and sort out his differences with team management

India Today  

Former Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhter slammed fellow pacer Mohammed Amir for acting like an ‘immature' and asked him to sort out his differences with the national team management and make a comeback. In December last year, Amir shocked everyone by retiring from the limited over forms of international cricket, following a fall-out with Pakistan head coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach …

Mohammad Amir should be in Pakistan's World T20 squad: Wasim Akram
3 years, 7 months ago

Mohammad Amir should be in Pakistan's World T20 squad: Wasim Akram

India TV News  

Former Pakistan captain Wasim Akram has rapped the national team management and selectors for ignoring left-arm pace bowler Mohammad Amir when it comes to selection in the national side for the short formats. The fast bowling great Akram, who is also a member of the Pakistan Cricket Board's Cricket Committee, said he was surprised that Amir has been ignored "I …

‘He retired out of desperation, should stick to it’: Ajmal slams Amir for demanding Misbah, Waqar's exit
3 years, 7 months ago

‘He retired out of desperation, should stick to it’: Ajmal slams Amir for demanding Misbah, Waqar's exit

Hindustan Times  

Former cricketer Saeed Ajmal lashed out at ex-teammate Mohammad Amir for demanding the removal of Pakistan head coach Misbah ul Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis. Saeed Ajmal, Mohammad Amir The former left-arm quick has also been raising his voice against the Pakistan team management and has alleged ill-treatment with the players. Amir has also publicly stated that he would …

Exclusive | No issues with Mohammad Amir's desire to play IPL but he let Pakistan down, says Danish Kaneria
3 years, 7 months ago

Exclusive | No issues with Mohammad Amir's desire to play IPL but he let Pakistan down, says Danish Kaneria

India TV News  

Mohammad Amir announced his retirement from international cricket in December last year, much to the surprise of Pakistan and international cricket fans around the world. In an exclusive interview with India TV, former Pakistan spinner Danish Kaneria opened up on Amir's decision to retire despite being at his prime as a bowler, saying that Amir has "let down" the people …

Mohammad Amir slams PCB's selection policy, opens up about plans to apply for British citizenship
3 years, 7 months ago

Mohammad Amir slams PCB's selection policy, opens up about plans to apply for British citizenship

India TV News  

Former Pakistan speedster Mohammed Amir slammed his country's cricket board, saying that players are expected to learn from national coaches instead of honing skills in the early stages of their career. Amir, who bid adieu to international cricket at the age of 28, gave examples of Indian players like Ishan Kishan and Surkyakumar Yadav to prove his point that domestic …

Some Pakistan players are frightened to speak up, says Mohammad Amir
3 years, 7 months ago

Some Pakistan players are frightened to speak up, says Mohammad Amir

India TV News  

Former Pakistan left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir, who blamed the likes of Pakistan coaches Misbah Ul-Haq and Waqar Younis for ill-treatment towards him that led to his shock retirement, has come forward again with some scathing attack towards Pakistan Cricket Board and national team setup. The 28-year-old pacer, who took sudden retirement this January, said he was put under mental pressure …

Will be available to play for Pakistan again once Misbah and Co leave, says Mohammad Amir
3 years, 11 months ago

Will be available to play for Pakistan again once Misbah and Co leave, says Mohammad Amir

India TV News  

Left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir, who blamed the current dispensation at PCB for his shock retirement, on Monday said he would be available to play for Pakistan again only once the support staff led by head coach Misbah-ul-Haq exits. Having already retired from Tests, the 28-year-old quit international cricket last month alleging mental torture by the cricket board. so please stop …

Mohammad Amir: Available for Pakistan but only after this management leaves
3 years, 11 months ago

Mohammad Amir: Available for Pakistan but only after this management leaves

India Today  

A month after announcing his shock retirement from international cricket, former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has said that he will be available for national team selection but only after current management leaves. In a tweet on Monday, Mohammad Amir clarified all the speculations surrounding his international career and said, "Yes, I will be available." — Mohammad Amir January 18, 2021 …

Mohammad Amir incident will have negative impact on Pakistan team, says Inzamam Ul Haq
3 years, 11 months ago

Mohammad Amir incident will have negative impact on Pakistan team, says Inzamam Ul Haq

India TV News  

Former Pakistan captain and chief selector Inzamam-ul-Haq believes that the recent Muhammad Amir retirement controversy will have a negative impact on country's cricket. Amir recently retired from international cricket due to his differences with team management comprising chief coach Misbah ul Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis. The batting great felt that the Amir incident didn't reflect well on Pakistan …

Mohammad Amir blames Misbah-ul-Haq, Waqar Younis for decision to retire at 28
4 years ago

Mohammad Amir blames Misbah-ul-Haq, Waqar Younis for decision to retire at 28

The Hindu  

Pacer Mohammad Amir has held the Pakistan team management responsible for his decision to quit international cricket at 28 and slammed coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis for “spoiling” his image. I took this decision to raise this issue and let people know what is happening.” Amir said that he had made himself available for the two while ball …

Watch Mohammad Amir vent his anger at Misbah Ul-Haq-led team management
4 years ago

Watch Mohammad Amir vent his anger at Misbah Ul-Haq-led team management

India TV News  

Pacer Mohammad Amir has held the Pakistan team management responsible for his decision to quit international cricket at 28 and slammed coach Misbah-ul-Haq and bowling coach Waqar Younis for "spoiling" his image. "These people have been trying to slowly poison people's minds by saying that I didn't want to play Test cricket and only wanted to play in T20 leagues …

Do not waste Mohammed Amir, Shoaib Akhtar urges PCB
4 years ago

Do not waste Mohammed Amir, Shoaib Akhtar urges PCB

India TV News  

Pakistan cricket was handed a big blow today when country's number one strike bowler Mohammed Amir took sudden retirement from international cricket at just 28 on Thursday, citing mental torture by fellow players and bowling coach Waqar Younis after his involvement in the 2010 spot-fixing scandal. The news was later confirmed by Pakistan Cricket Board, who said that Amir,m who …

Can't play under current PCB management: 'Mentally tortured' Mohammad Amir announces retirement
4 years ago

Can't play under current PCB management: 'Mentally tortured' Mohammad Amir announces retirement

India TV News  

Left-arm Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has said he will be quitting international cricket as he cannot play under current Pakistan Cricket Board management. "I don't think I can play cricket under this management, I am leaving cricket, for now, I am being mentally tortured, I cannot handle it, I have seen it enough from 2010-2015. I am thankful to Shahid …

Pakistan's Mohammad Amir quits international cricket - Cricket News - Sportstar
4 years ago

Pakistan's Mohammad Amir quits international cricket - Cricket News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has announced retirement from international cricket. "Pakistan Cricket Board chief executive Wasim Khan spoke with Mohammad Amir this afternoon following reports that the fast bowler had announced his retirement from international cricket. Here is Pakistani fast bowler @iamamirofficial announcing retirement from international cricket as protest against Pak team management's behaviour. he was talking to me …

LPL 2020: Afridi Scowls At Young Afghan Pacer Naveen-Ul-Haq For Abusing Mohammed Amir (WATCH VIDEO)
4 years ago

LPL 2020: Afridi Scowls At Young Afghan Pacer Naveen-Ul-Haq For Abusing Mohammed Amir (WATCH VIDEO)

ABP News  

LPL 2020: Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi on Monday came out in support of speedster Mohammed Amir and scowled at Afghanistan pacer Naveen-ul-Haq for verbally abusing Amir following Galle Gladiators 25-run defeat at the hands of Kandy Tusker in Lanka Premier League. Things got heated further after the match with visuals showing Munaf Patel and other cricketers trying to intervene …

Mohammad Amir blasts Pakistan management, says players are scared of asking for break
4 years ago

Mohammad Amir blasts Pakistan management, says players are scared of asking for break

India Today  

Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has lashed out at the national team management, saying there is a communication gap between the players and the management. Amir, who is not touring New Zealand with Pakistan, said players are scared of requesting breaks even when they are exhausted as they apprehend being dropped from the side. "The problem is that if a player …

Amir motivated to regain his place in Pak squad - Cricket News - Sportstar
4 years ago

Amir motivated to regain his place in Pak squad - Cricket News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Fast bowler Mohammad Amir has vowed to bounce back and return to the Pakistan team after being overlooked for the upcoming tour of New Zealand. It was the selector’s decision but this motivates me to perform in a better manner, improve my fitness and regain my place in the side,” Amir told Cricket Pakistan. NZ, WI players pass final COVID-19 …

Mohammad Amir clears COVID-19 tests, joins Pakistan squad in England
4 years, 4 months ago

Mohammad Amir clears COVID-19 tests, joins Pakistan squad in England

India TV News  

Left-arm fast bowler Mohammad Amir has joined the Pakistan squad here after clearing two consecutive COVID-19 tests following his arrival in the United Kingdom. The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday confirmed that Amir has integrated with rest of the squad after serving his mandatory quarantine period, during which he tested negative twice. Amir, who quit playing Test cricket, will feature …

Amir clears COVID-19 tests, joins Pakistan squad in England
4 years, 4 months ago

Amir clears COVID-19 tests, joins Pakistan squad in England

The Hindu  

Left-arm fast bowler Mohammad Amir has joined the Pakistan squad after clearing two consecutive COVID-19 tests following his arrival in the United Kingdom. The Pakistan Cricket Board on Thursday confirmed that Amir has integrated with rest of the squad after serving his mandatory quarantine period, during which he tested negative twice. Amir, who quit playing Test cricket, will feature in …

Discover Related