Mohammad Amir calls himself 'British local', says 'Pakistan chapter I had before is now closed'

Mohammad Amir has ruled out any comeback to the Pakistan national team, making it clear that he considers his international career over.

The left-arm fast bowler, who retired from international cricket in December 2024, has since secured 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. So, the Pakistan chapter I had before is now closed," Amir said in an interview with cricket YouTuber Furqan Bhatti, as per a Times of India report.

Amir played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs and 62 T20Is for Pakistan, claiming 119, 81 and 71 wickets respectively. He featured in three World Cups and was Pakistan’s top wicket-taker at the 2019 ODI World Cup, finishing the tournament with 17 wickets.

Amir's career & big moments

Amir was part of Pakistan’s title-winning campaigns at the 2009 T20 World Cup and the 2017 Champions Trophy. His standout display came in the 2017 Champions Trophy final against India, where he returned figures of 3-16 and removed Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli and Shikhar Dhawan. Pakistan won the final by 180 runs.

At the 2019 World Cup, Amir also produced a strong performance, claiming five wickets against Australia.

While his decision may disappoint supporters who hoped to see him return for the 2027 World Cup, Amir's international career already includes several unforgettable performances. His move to British citizenship allows him to extend his career in county and franchise cricket, while his achievements for Pakistan remain a major part of his legacy.

(With inputs from TOI)