Mohammad Amir's potential involvement in the Indian Premier League remains uncertain. This is despite his recent eligibility through British citizenship. The 34-year-old former Pakistan fast bowler became a naturalized British citizen. He achieved this through his wife Narjis Khan. He has confirmed his plans to feature in the Pakistan Super League as an overseas player. This will start with the 2027 season. However, when asked about the IPL, he declined to commit to a decision. He stated he is keeping his options open. Amir's citizenship change has already allowed him to play as a domestic player in English competitions. In 2024, he represented Notts Outlaws in the T20 Blast. He also joined Trent Rockets for The Hundred. This helped both teams gain more flexibility with their overseas player slots.
How British citizenship changed Amir's career
Amir's new status as a British citizen was secured via his wife, Narjis Khan. She is a British national. This change has significantly altered his career trajectory. It enabled him to avoid the overseas player rules in England. With his local-player status, he can compete freely in domestic competitions. He can also take part in franchise leagues around the world. This includes the IPL and PSL, without the usual restrictions. This shift in status came at a crucial moment for Amir. It expanded his opportunities in franchise cricket beyond what was previously possible. In the past, he would have been restricted by international rules. These rules limited the number of overseas players a team could field.
Amir's possible entry into the IPL has been a topic of discussion for some time. Though he is open to the idea, he has not yet made a firm decision. Meanwhile, he is set to return to the PSL in 2027 as an overseas participant. His international career came to an end after the 2024 T20 World Cup. This brought a long and decorated journey to a close. Over the years, he played 36 Tests, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20Is for Pakistan. He became one of the nation's most recognizable and successful fast bowlers. This was before transitioning to franchise cricket.