Shaheen Afridi has hinted at a momentous return of former speedster Mohammad Amir. In an X Space with Saya Corporation, the Pakistan skipper revealed his thoughts about a comeback for Mohammad Amir.
Mohammad Amir has played an instrumental role in shaping Pakistan Cricket in the kate 2000s. Shaheen Afridi has opened the door for a return for Mohammad Amir. Amir and Afridi are currently playing on the same team - Desert Vipers - in the ongoing ILT20 2024.
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A return for the 31-year-old veteran could be on the cards, under the leadership of his good friend and bowling partner-in-crime, Shaheen Afridi. Here is what Afridi said about a potential return for Mohammad Amir.
What did Shaheen Afridi say about Mohammad Amir's return to the Pakistan team?
Pakistan skipper Shaheen Afridi hinted at a return for 31-year-old left-arm speedster to the national team as he said,
I will talk to Mohammad Amir if he's available to come back for Pakistan once again. Amir and I bowled together after almost 5 years. It was a very good experience to bowl with him, our partnership was great, Afridi stated in a Twitter space.
"I will talk to Mohammad Amir if he's available to come back for Pakistan once again. Amir and I bowled together after almost 5 years. It was a very good experience to bowl with him, our partnership was great" - Shaheen Afridi ❤️ #AskShaheen
— Farid Khan (@_FaridKhan) February 4, 2024
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When did Mohammad Amir play his last match for Pakistan?
The last time Mohammad Amir featured for Pakistan was in 2020. The left-armer played his final game for Pakistan against England, at the iconic Old Trafford Stadium in Manchester.
Amir was expensive in what turned out to be his final outing for Pakistan. He bowled two overs, conceded 25 runs, and went wicketless against England.
What is Mohammad Amir's record for Pakistan?
| Format | Matches | Innings | Wickets | Average | Strike Rate | Economy | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 36 | 67 | 119 | 30.47 | 64.0 | 2.85 | 6/44; 7/64 |
| ODIs | 61 | 60 | 81 | 29.62 | 37.1 | 4.77 | 5/30 |
| T20Is | 50 | 50 | 59 | 21.40 | 18.2 | 7.02 | 4/13 |
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