Amir Denies IPL 2027 Auction Registration Reports

Mohammad Amir has denied that he will register for the IPL 2027 auction, after his entry in the Afghanistan Premier League draft using British citizenship prompted speculation about a possible move into the Indian competition. Amir said in a post on X that reports of his IPL registration were not true. He has not confirmed whether he will enter the auction, and his participation remains unestablished. The speculation followed Amir’s registration for the Afghanistan Premier League draft as a British citizen. The draft listing places the former Pakistan fast bowler in the Platinum tier, its highest category, and gives the United Kingdom as his country of residence. The draft is scheduled for November 3 in Dubai. Amir acquired British citizenship in May 2026. His citizenship has led to reports that he could be eligible to register for the IPL, but it does not establish that he has entered the auction or secured a place with a franchise. One report said any auction entry could depend on applicable registration rules and approval. In August 2026, Amir said he had not decided whether to play in the IPL, according to a separate report. He also indicated an intention to play in the...