Aamir became a British citizen (Photo-GETTY)
A major turning point has come in the career of Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Aamir. This player has now become a British citizen. Aamir had applied to become a British citizen many years ago and now all the legal proceedings have been completed and the British government has officially issued him a British passport. With this, the path has been cleared for Mohammad Aamir to play in IPL. This left arm fast bowler will now be able to play IPL as a British citizen. Let us tell you that there is a complete ban on Pakistani players playing in IPL.
How did Aamir become a British citizen?
36 years old Mohammad Aamir He got British citizenship because of his wife. His wife Nargis Khan is a British citizen. This made his case much stronger. Let us tell you that Mohammad Aamir had said goodbye to international cricket last year. Although he is playing franchise cricket. He performed well in PSL. Mohammad Aamir’s next goal will now be to play in IPL 2027. He has also expressed his desire to play in this tournament.
Players of Pakistani origin have played in IPL
Pakistani players have been banned in IPL since 2009, but even after this, 2 players of Pakistani origin have played IPL. Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood, who is a British citizen, played for Punjab Kings. Recently Sikandar Raza also played in IPL. He was born in Pakistan but plays for Zimbabwe.
Mohammad Aamir’s career
Mohammad Aamir has played 36 tests for Pakistan and has taken 119 wickets. In ODI, Aamir has taken 81 wickets in 61 matches. He has 71 wickets in his name in T20. Talking about T20 cricket, he has taken a total of 425 wickets. Aamir has 266 wickets in first class cricket and 123 wickets in List A.
