Pakistani pacer Mohammad Amir has announced his retirement from international cricket for the second time, bringing an end to his career with the national team. The 32-year-old shared the news via a heartfelt note on X (formerly Twitter), leaving many fans disappointed, especially those who had hoped for his return.
In his message, Amir expressed gratitude for representing Pakistan, calling it the greatest honor of his life. He also thanked the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB), his family, friends, and fans for their unwavering support throughout his journey.
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Amir initially retired in 2020 at the age of 28, citing differences with the team management. However, he made a comeback earlier this year alongside fellow cricketer Imad Wasim, declaring himself available for the ICC T20 World Cup 2024. Despite Pakistan’s early exit from the tournament, Amir was one of the standout performers, taking seven wickets in four matches at an average of 10.28.
Amir made his international debut at the age of 17 during the 2009 ICC T20 World Cup, where he played a key role in Pakistan’s victory. Over his career, he represented Pakistan in 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20Is, taking 271 wickets and contributing 1,179 runs. He was also part of the team that won the 2017 ICC Champions Trophy under Sarfaraz Ahmed’s captaincy.
