Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has finally broken his silence over recent speculation about his cricketing future.

 

In a statement shared on social media, Amir said, “For the past two or three days, I have been hearing that Mohammad Amir is making a comeback and taking back his retirement. No discussion has taken place with me about any comeback or withdrawing retirement, nor do I have any such plan. The decision I made regarding retirement is final.”

 

He added that while many fans wanted him to return, he believed it was time for Pakistan cricket to move forward. “My fans say that I should come back, but Pakistan cricket also needs to move forward,” he said.

 

 

Amir stressed the importance of giving young players consistent opportunities. “There are young players in the team. If the youngsters play consistently, in two or three years a strong team will be formed. I hope the team will be well-prepared for the World Cup. We played the Asia Cup final; now I hope we play the World Cup final and win as well,” he stated. 

 

Speaking about recent reports that former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed might become the next chief selector, Amir said that even if Sarfaraz does not get the top post, including him in the selection committee would still be a positive step. “He has played with the current players and understands them well. Sarfaraz is an honest and straightforward person, and such people can benefit Pakistan cricket,” he said.

 

The left-arm pacer also emphasized the need to involve more experienced cricketers in cricket administration and player development. “There should be good cricketers running cricket affairs. Many have come and gone, leaving things in a mess. Shoaib, Umar Gul, and Sohail Tanvir should be used in white-ball cricket, they have great expertise. Younis Khan should also be brought into the system; he is not a yes-man. We need to sit together and make decisions for the betterment of Pakistan cricket,” he said.

 

Mohammad Amir’s comments come after years of back-and-forth regarding his cricketing career. 

 

He first announced his retirement from international cricket in December 2020, citing issues with the team management and claiming he had suffered “mental torture.” In March 2024, he reversed that decision and made himself available for selection ahead of the ICC T20 World Cup.

 

However, after Pakistan’s early exit from the tournament, Amir once again announced his retirement in December 2024.