Personal details
| Full Name | Mohammad Amir |
| Date of birth | April 13, 1992 |
| Age | 32 |
| Nationality | Pakistan |
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (178 cm) |
| Current team | Quetta Gladiators |
| Position | Lower order |
| Batting style | Left hand Bat |
| Bowling style | Left arm Fast medium |
| Jersey number | 5 |
| Started playing | June 07, 2009 |
| Family members | Father- Not Known Mother- Naseem Akter Brother- Mohammad Ijaz Sister- Not Known |
Mohammad Amir Recent Matches
| MATCH | Bat | Bowl | Date | Ground | Format |
| Pakistan vs New Zealand | — | 0/41 | 27-Apr-2024 | Lahore | T20I # 2583 |
| Pakistan vs New Zealand | 1* | 1/32 | 25-Apr-2024 | Lahore | T20I # 2582 |
| Pakistan vs New Zealand | — | 2/13 | 20-Apr-2024 | Rawalpindi | T20I # 2579 |
| Pakistan vs New Zealand | — | — | 18-Apr-2024 | Rawalpindi | T20I # 2575 |
| Gladiators vs United | 23 | 2/20 | 15-Mar-2024 | Karachi | T20 |
Batting Stats
| FORMAT | Mat | Runs | HS | Ave | SR | 100s | 50s |
| Tests | 36 | 751 | 48 | 13.41 | 37.92 | 0 | 0 |
| ODIs | 61 | 363 | 73* | 18.15 | 81.75 | 0 | 2 |
| T20Is | 54 | 60 | 21* | 7.5 | 82.19 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling stats
| FORMAT | Mat | Wkts | BBM | Ave | Econ | SR | 5w |
| Tests | 36 | 119 | 7/64 | 30.47 | 2.85 | 64 | 4 |
| ODIs | 61 | 81 | 5/30 | 29.62 | 4.77 | 37.1 | 1 |
| T20Is | 54 | 62 | 4/13 | 21.75 | 7.09 | 18.4 | 0 |
Teams
| Pakistan | London Spirit (Men) |
| Asia Lions | Maratha Arabians |
| Bangla Tigers | National Bank of Pakistan |
| Barbados Royals | New York Strikers |
| Chittagong Vikings | Northern (Pakistan) |
| Desert Vipers | Pakistan Cricket Academy |
| Essex | Pakistan Cricket Board Patron’s XI |
| Federal Areas | Pakistan Under-19s |
| Federal Areas Leopards | Quetta Gladiators |
| Fortune Barishal | Rawalpindi |
| Galle Gladiators | Sind |
| Imtiaz Ahmed’s XI | Sui Southern Gas Corporation |
| Jamaica Tallawahs | Sylhet Strikers |
| Karachi Kings | Khulna Tigers |
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About Mohammad Amir
Mohammad Amir is a Pakistani cricketer renowned for his exceptional bowling prowess. Born on April 13, 1992, in Gujjar Khan, Pakistan, Amir burst onto the international cricket scene as a teenager with prodigious talent and a left-arm fast bowling style that drew comparisons to legends of the game.
Amir’s journey in cricket began at a young age, and his talent was quickly recognized by coaches and selectors. He made his international debut for Pakistan in 2009 at the age of just 17, impressing with his ability to swing the ball at pace. One of his standout performances came during the 2009 ICC World Twenty20 in England, where he played a pivotal role in Pakistan’s title-winning campaign.
However, Amir’s career was marred by controversy when he, along with teammates Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif, was implicated in a spot-fixing scandal during Pakistan’s tour of England in 2010. He was subsequently banned from cricket for a period of five years.
After serving his ban, Amir made a comeback to international cricket in 2016, determined to put the past behind him and reclaim his status as one of the world’s premier fast bowlers. Despite facing criticism and scrutiny, he showed glimpses of his former self with his skillful bowling performances.
Throughout his career, Amir has been known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, his deceptive pace, and his knack for taking crucial wickets, especially in high-pressure situations. He has represented Pakistan in all three formats of the game and has been a key member of the team’s bowling attack.
Off the field, Amir is regarded as a role model for young cricketers, having overcome adversity and setbacks to revive his career at the highest level. While his career has had its ups and downs, there is no denying Mohammad Amir’s talent and impact on the game of cricket.
Mohammad Amir Career Highlights
– He debuted for Pakistan in One-Day Internationals and Tests in July 2009 at the age of 17, during the ICC World Twenty20.
– Amir played a crucial role in Pakistan’s victory in the 2009 ICC World Twenty20 and the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy.
– However, in 2010, he faced a setback when arrested for spot-fixing and received a five-year ban from cricket.
– After serving his ban, he returned to domestic cricket and later resumed international cricket in 2016.
– Amir was awarded a central contract by the Pakistan Cricket Board for the 2018–19 season.
– In 2019, he retired from Test cricket to focus on limited-overs formats.
– He announced his retirement from international cricket in December 2020 but withdrew it in March 2024, making himself available for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
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Career
Domestic career
Mohammad Amir’s cricket journey began when he was selected as a fast bowler by former Pakistani cricketer Wasim Akram at a camp in 2007. Excelling at just 15 years old, he toured England with the Pakistan U-19 team, showcasing his talent by taking 8 wickets at an average of 16.37. In 2008, he impressed further, taking 4 wickets in successive matches against Sri Lanka and England. Despite injury limiting his participation in the 2008 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup, he made his domestic debut for Rawalpindi Rams, taking 55 wickets for the National Bank of Pakistan. This led to his international breakthrough during the 2009 Twenty20 World Cup. Beyond international cricket, he played for various franchises including Dublin Chiefs, Khulna Tigers, and Galle Gladiators, demonstrating his bowling prowess across different T20 leagues.
International career
Mohammad Amir’s international debut came during the 2009 ICC World Twenty20 against England. Making an immediate impact, he claimed the wicket of Ravi Bopara with just his second delivery, impressively conceding only one run in his debut over. Following this successful debut, he made his One Day International debut against Sri Lanka, showcasing his all-round abilities by taking three wickets and scoring 23 runs.
Amir’s outstanding performance in the 2009 T20 World Cup earned him a spot in Pakistan’s Test squad for the series against Sri Lanka. Despite being chosen ahead of more experienced players like Sohail Tanvir, he justified his selection by taking six wickets in his debut Test match, including the key wickets of Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene. Although he faced a brief wicket drought in subsequent matches, he bounced back in New Zealand, securing four wickets in the first Test. His breakthrough Test victory came in his fifth match, where he played a crucial role with both bat and ball as Pakistan emerged victorious by 141 runs. Throughout these early matches, Amir showcased not only his bowling prowess but also his solid batting technique as a lower-order batsman.
Test Career
In Mohammad Amir’s Test career spanning from 2009 to 2019, he played 36 matches, bowling a total of 67 innings and delivering 1269.5 overs. During this time, he managed to take 119 wickets at an average of 30.47. His best bowling figures in a Test innings were 6/44, while his best match figures were 7/64. Amir maintained an economy rate of 2.85 runs per over, with a strike rate of 64.0. He achieved four five-wicket hauls in an innings but did not take any ten-wicket hauls throughout his Test career.
ODI Career
In Mohammad Amir’s ODI career spanning from 2009 to 2019, he played 61 matches, bowling a total of 502.1 overs across 60 innings. During this period, he claimed 81 wickets at an average of 29.62. Amir’s best bowling performance in an ODI innings was 5/30. He maintained an economy rate of 4.77 runs per over, with a strike rate of 37.1. Amir secured one four-wicket haul and one five-wicket haul throughout his ODI career.
T20 International Career
In Mohammad Amir’s T20I career spanning from 2009 to 2024, he played 54 matches, bowling a total of 190.1 overs across 53 innings. During this period, he claimed 62 wickets at an average of 21.75. Amir’s best bowling performance in a T20I innings was 4/13. He maintained an economy rate of 7.09 runs per over, with a strike rate of 18.4. Throughout his T20I career, Amir secured one four-wicket haul.
Additional info
Spot-fixing- In August 2010, allegations surfaced that Mohammad Amir and Mohammad Asif deliberately bowled no-balls for money during Pakistan’s tour of England. This led to arrests and affected Amir’s endorsements. He, along with Butt and Asif, withdrew from the tour due to mental stress, with Amir protesting his innocence.
Ban – In 2010, Mohammad Amir faced suspension due to spot-fixing allegations during Pakistan’s tour of England. Despite support from ex-cricketers like Michael Atherton, he received a five-year ban from the ICC tribunal in 2011. Amir expressed his desire to return to international cricket and appealed the decision.
Retirement and return – Amir retired in December 2020 due to alleged mistreatment by PCB, criticizing management. He accused Waqar Younis and Misbah-ul-Haq of tarnishing his image, which they denied. On 24 March 2024, he reversed his retirement, citing positive discussions with PCB, and made himself available for selection. He returned against New Zealand, claiming two wickets.
Family
Born on April 13, 1992, in Changa Bangial, Gujar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan, Amir is the second youngest of seven siblings, comprising six brothers and one sister. His father, Raja Mohammad Fayyaz, previously served in the Pakistan Army before securing a position as a school watchman in a government job.
