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Can Mohammad Amir Play IPL Now?: Major news is emerging from the cricketing world. 34-year-old former Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir has finally obtained British citizenship through his British wife, Nargis Khan. This new development has not only added a new chapter to his personal life but has also paved the way for him to play in the Indian Premier League (IPL), a tournament where Pakistani cricketers have faced a complete ban since the very first season.
Mohammad Amir receives British citizenship: A New Start as an Overseas Player
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Having acquired British citizenship, Mohammad Amir is now registered as a British overseas player. This means he can now play in major franchise leagues across the globe without any restrictions.
Amir himself has always openly expressed his desire to play in the world's biggest cricket league, the IPL. According to a report by India Today, Mohammad Amir had previously stated:
“By next year, I might get the opportunity to play in the IPL, and if the opportunity arises, why not? I will play in the IPL.”
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Mohammad Amir in IPL Auction: Will Any IPL Team Buy Him?
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While the path has technically and legally opened up for Amir, the biggest question remains: will any of the 10 IPL franchises take the risk of picking him in the auction?
Given his background as a former Pakistani international player, and considering the political and cricketing relations between India and Pakistan, this decision will not be an easy one for the franchises. It will be fascinating to see whether or not any team places a bid for him.
History Repeats? The Azhar Mahmood IPL Case Study
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This is not the first time that a player of Pakistani origin could be seen playing in the IPL by virtue of holding British citizenship.
Prior to this, former all-rounder Azhar Mahmood had achieved this feat.- Azhar Mahmood's Journey: He last represented Pakistan in 2007, after which he acquired British citizenship.
- Entry into the IPL: Ahead of the 2012 season, Kings XI Punjab (now Punjab Kings) inducted him into their squad.
- Stellar Performance: Over the course of two seasons, he played 22 matches, scoring 382 runs and taking 29 wickets. Subsequently, in 2015, he also appeared in a match for the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).
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