Mohammad Amir Becomes British Citizen, Opens Potential IPL Bid

Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has officially become a British citizen, a development that could potentially open the door for his participation in the Indian Premier League. Amir, who retired from international cricket in 2024, received his United Kingdom passport after completing the required legal process, aided by his wife Narjis Khan, who is a British citizen.

The acquisition of British citizenship means Amir could now register for the IPL auction as an overseas player, circumventing the longstanding absence of Pakistani cricketers from the tournament. Pakistani players have not featured in the IPL since its inaugural season in 2008, following a terror attack in Mumbai that heightened political tensions between the two nations. The only Pakistan-born cricketer to appear in the IPL after that date is Azhar Mahmood, who played for Kings XI Punjab and Kolkata Knight Riders between 2012 and 2015 after obtaining a British passport.

Amir has previously expressed his desire to play in the IPL. In an interview last year, he stated that if given the opportunity, he would definitely play in the league. The 34-year-old left-arm pacer has a significant track record in T20...