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Is it time to recall Mohammad Amir for the 2023 World Cup?

Is it time to recall Mohammad Amir for the 2023 World Cup?

  • Yes it's time to recall Mohammad Amir

    Votes: 47 53.4%

  • No I don't think we should pick him

    Votes: 41 46.6%
  • Total voters
    88
  • Poll closed .
Amir has made a lot of statements about Babar in recent times lol "There is only one king" then that dig at his no.1 ranking. It will be interesting if he comes back.
 
jnaveen1980 said:
Amir has made a lot of statements about Babar in recent times lol "There is only one king" then that dig at his no.1 ranking. It will be interesting if he comes back.
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Realistically, even Babar wouldn’t disagree with Amir’s comments. Maybe he can see the light now
 
Very simple equation for me. Pakistani society needs to ostracize corruption. Unfortunately in our country, the bigger the corruption, the bigger the seat you get to have.

No sane person should even indulge in the notion of giving Amir, Butt, Asif, Sharjeel, Latif a way back into cricket. They are all convicted corrupt cricketers. Please have some morals. Also, this argument that they have served their sentence and thus should be allowed back does not have any merit. Sure, they may have served their sentence, but morality demands an exclusion from cricket. They have other means of gaining their livelihoods.

I really admire Hafeez for his views on this. He has stood like a rock on his principles when it came to convicted corrupt cricketers.
 
Rana said:
Realistically, even Babar wouldn’t disagree with Amir’s comments. Maybe he can see the light now
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It is going to be quiet a conversation. Amir has experience. So not a bad choice. Rookies sometimes wilt under assault. Better defensive option. India might go back to Ashwin who has played just 2 ODIs in six years for the same reason.
 
The only basis for a recall would be his recent performances, because the last ODI or T20I he played was three years ago.

I don’t know how he has performed in the last 6 months to a year playing in the leagues / 20:20 tournaments. What has his record been?

Even so, it would be a significant step up in standards and game duration. I’m not sure he has the time to pull it off, or the fitness.

I’d say it’s improbable.
 
Former Pakistan captain Moin Khan has voiced his opinion regarding the comeback of retired pacer Mohammad Amir. This is what he said while talking to reporters

"Amir is a current cricketer, he is playing leagues and performing well, if there is need for Amir and room for his come back, he should definitely come back as he is a great cricketer and in the end a Pakistani. He shouldn't replace someone who is already settled and deserving, Follow the process for his selection."
 
He's actually looked quite dangerous with the new ball in the ongoing CPL. Amongst the leading wicket-takers of the tournament and he's been swinging the ball both ways operating around 140 kmh. Both he and Imad Wasim have been successfully leading their team from the front.

Although Amir's fitness for the longer format is in question, the alternatives don't have much to boast about either. Zaman Khan, Dahani, Wasim are all 4 over bowlers. Amir on the other hand also has the experiences of participating in multiple ICC tournaments. The right thing to do is recall him.

The 4 pacers to go to India should be SSA, Rauf, Amir, Dahani/Wasim. Zaman Khan should not even be entertained. I like the kid but he can't bowl 10 decent overs in ODIs. I look forward to seeing him in the short format.
 
Cryin Out Loud said:
The only basis for a recall would be his recent performances, because the last ODI or T20I he played was three years ago.

I don’t know how he has performed in the last 6 months to a year playing in the leagues / 20:20 tournaments. What has his record been?

Even so, it would be a significant step up in standards and game duration. I’m not sure he has the time to pull it off, or the fitness.

I’d say it’s improbable.
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He's the second leading wicket-taker in the ongoing CPL and has been bowling with decent pace
 
Fakhar
Imam
Babar
Saud Shakeel
Rizwan
Ifti
Imad Wasim
Usama Mir
SSA
Amir
Rauf

This is my strongest 11 for the World Cup. I'm not fully decided between Mir and Abrar but only because Mir has played more recently, I trust him more. Reserves can be Shadab, M. Haris, Dahani, Agha.

Agha has not failed enough to warrant exclusion. Haris should be there as a finisher type role. Dahani as backup pacer. Shadab is just Shadab
 
hafizexpress said:
Fakhar
Imam
Babar
Saud Shakeel
Rizwan
Ifti
Imad Wasim
Usama Mir
SSA
Amir
Rauf

This is my strongest 11 for the World Cup. I'm not fully decided between Mir and Abrar but only because Mir has played more recently, I trust him more. Reserves can be Shadab, M. Haris, Dahani, Agha.

Agha has not failed enough to warrant exclusion. Haris should be there as a finisher type role. Dahani as backup pacer. Shadab is just Shadab
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Keeping fakhar into the team and calling it the strongest one? how come a team can get stronger with 10 members?
 
Yes, yes and YES!

Amir is the best new ball bowler we have, has loads of experience, is currently in good form and transitioning to ODI cricket from T20 is not at all a challenge for someone with his level of experience.

All the people whining about morals and self respect need to clarify what exactly Amir has done to hurt them specifically, or Pakistan in general. Bringing up the spot fixing debacle over and over again when Amir has already serverd his sentence is unfair and him not being best pals with Babar or Shaheen isn't a reason to keep him out either.

Someone mentioned his retirement as some sort of betrayal but that is a bunch of nonsense. Players reserve the right to retire from any formats they do not wish to play. Do you see the ECB throwing a hissy fit over Moeen Ali retiring from test cricket before a tour of India?

Some of Pakistan cricket's most impressive feats came when players who did not like each other played together not just as teammates but also as rivals. The two Ws; Imran and Javed; Younis and Yousuf; Afridi and Malik; and the 2017 CT squad are all fresh in the memory.

Amir isn't going to make or break our world cup but if he is willing to represent Pakistan one last time then the selectors should definitely not deny him his last shot at attaining legendary status within Pakistan.

I also really want to see Shaheen and Amir sharing the new ball at close to their respective peaks.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
Keeping fakhar into the team and calling it the strongest one? how come a team can get stronger with 10 members?
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Yes. Strongest team from the current lot. No time to experiment with new openers. It's the management's fault. Babar and Rizwan don't belong in the opening slot in ODIs
 
Should easily fit back into the squad.

On his day even post his prime, he is a much more dangerous bowler than Afridi
 
He got injured today after bowling 3 bals in his first over. Hamstring injury
 
Doesn’t look good for Amir. If it’s even a minor hamstring tear it could set him back 3-4 months
Back to Hasan Ali then 😂

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Earlier from CricBuzz:

Amir is holding his hamstring, physio is out there. He just pulled up short in his previous run-up. This is not good for the Tallawahs, Amir is leaving the field. Looks like Reifer will complete the

Amir did not come back on the field again.
 
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daytrader said:
Earlier from CricBuzz:

Amir is holding his hamstring, physio is out there. He just pulled up short in his previous run-up. This is not good for the Tallawahs, Amir is leaving the field. Looks like Reifer will complete the

Amir did not come back on the field again.
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Mohammad Amir on social media

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hafizexpress said:
He's the second leading wicket-taker in the ongoing CPL and has been bowling with decent pace
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Good to know. I have my doubts whether he can translate a form of 4 over bowling across 20 overs total, into 10 overs bowling in an ODI. It will require a significant jump in stamina. And also class of batsman faced.

But as I said earlier it’s the only thing to go by since he’s not played any internationals in a while.

If it was my call - he won’t get to play.
 
hafizexpress said:
He should man up and just say it. If he truly wants to play then make it clear. I think the PCB will be willing to integrate him. Amir should not be waiting for a heroic call-up. He needs to take back his retirement and start working on his fitness. I want him back
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Pakistani players have such egos, that this is so far-fetched.
 
My understanding is that Mohammad Amir has not been included in the World Cup squad.
 
Saj said:
My understanding is that Mohammad Amir has not been included in the World Cup squad.
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that sucks if they have selected both waseem jr and zaman khan well they will regret this decision as both are absolute average bowlers at best
 
7sins said:
that sucks if they have selected both waseem jr and zaman khan well they will regret this decision as both are absolute average bowlers at best
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They want to learn the hard way

Actually

They will never learn
 
Rana said:
They want to learn the hard way

Actually

They will never learn
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True bunch of jokers can't even set aside ego for the sake of Pakistan team. Lol I don't even expect them to select a deserved imad wasim instead of overrated good for nothing nawaz
 
Should be nowhere near the team. Hope Babar puts his foot down. We have no sense of right and wrong. Look at England - Morgan refused to select Hales for years for disciplinary reasons no matter how good he was. Amir hasn’t even played 50 over cricket for years! We should t even be having this discussion.
 
TheSultan said:
It’s not going to be easy to get Amir back. His performances in the CPL have been sensational (for that league of course, but still).

PCB, Babar and Co will need to get on their hands and knees.

I would advise them to get the knee pads out and start
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Why should Babar get on his hands and knees?
 
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Dawud said:
Have some shame. Why should Babar get on his hands and knees?
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This is international sport, not a school fair play prize.

Obv we need to feed egos to get him back. Start feeding.

Babar hasn’t got a leg to stand on. He should ashamed of being such a coward of a captain and a choker against full strength teams
 
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If fitness wasn't a concern, I would back him in a heartbeat, he haven't played 50 overs for a while, fielding 20 and bowling 4 is lot different from fielding 50 and bowling 10, we don't want another half-fit player in the squad and all of those questioning the spot-fixing issue, give it a rest, it's not like in Pakistan sher aur bakry eik he ghat se pani pey rahay hain, we need him, he is fit and ready to play, why not.
 
Bilal7 said:
Yes, yes and YES!

Amir is the best new ball bowler we have, has loads of experience, is currently in good form and transitioning to ODI cricket from T20 is not at all a challenge for someone with his level of experience.

All the people whining about morals and self respect need to clarify what exactly Amir has done to hurt them specifically, or Pakistan in general. Bringing up the spot fixing debacle over and over again when Amir has already serverd his sentence is unfair and him not being best pals with Babar or Shaheen isn't a reason to keep him out either.

Someone mentioned his retirement as some sort of betrayal but that is a bunch of nonsense. Players reserve the right to retire from any formats they do not wish to play. Do you see the ECB throwing a hissy fit over Moeen Ali retiring from test cricket before a tour of India?

Some of Pakistan cricket's most impressive feats came when players who did not like each other played together not just as teammates but also as rivals. The two Ws; Imran and Javed; Younis and Yousuf; Afridi and Malik; and the 2017 CT squad are all fresh in the memory.

Amir isn't going to make or break our world cup but if he is willing to represent Pakistan one last time then the selectors should definitely not deny him his last shot at attaining legendary status within Pakistan.

I also really want to see Shaheen and Amir sharing the new ball at close to their respective peaks.
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Just out of curiosity who in the CT 2017 squad did not get along?
 
Won't maintain his speeds over 10 overs. The white kookaburra(2021 - version) has been swinging for most decent new ball bowlers
 
Rana said:
4 over opening spell

3 over middle overs spell

3 overs death overs spell

I recon he can manage that
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With 6 bowlers in Shaheen, Amir, Rauf, Shadab, Imad & Iftikhar, he can get away with bowling a quota of 7/8 overs to be honest.
 
Saj said:
My understanding is that Mohammad Amir has not been included in the World Cup squad.
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Thankfully common sense prevailed. Fans still finding it very hard to move on from him.
 
So much rona dhona over a man who turned his back on his country multiple times.

If Amir wanted to play this WC then he would have put the neccessary work in to do so.

The fact is that he actively chooses to play pointless leagues over representing his country.

Let's hope those crying for his triumphant return can stop embarassing themselves now.
 
Those who think Amir can’t bowl fast for ten overs have no clue how rigorous of a training these pro cricketers go through. If one wants to bowl quick, over ten overs it’s not a big deal. Test cricket is different though.

Not an Amir fan for a mountain of reasons but cricketing wise, he is still one of the elite bowlers in the world. If he plays he will perform, that I am sure of.
 
Stewie said:
Those who think Amir can’t bowl fast for ten overs have no clue how rigorous of a training these pro cricketers go through. If one wants to bowl quick, over ten overs it’s not a big deal. Test cricket is different though.

Not an Amir fan for a mountain of reasons but cricketing wise, he is still one of the elite bowlers in the world. If he plays he will perform, that I am sure of.
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he pulled his hamstring in 4 overs cricket.

lol no thnaks
 
Bilal7 said:
Yes, yes and YES!

Amir is the best new ball bowler we have, has loads of experience, is currently in good form and transitioning to ODI cricket from T20 is not at all a challenge for someone with his level of experience.

All the people whining about morals and self respect need to clarify what exactly Amir has done to hurt them specifically, or Pakistan in general. Bringing up the spot fixing debacle over and over again when Amir has already serverd his sentence is unfair and him not being best pals with Babar or Shaheen isn't a reason to keep him out either.

Someone mentioned his retirement as some sort of betrayal but that is a bunch of nonsense. Players reserve the right to retire from any formats they do not wish to play. Do you see the ECB throwing a hissy fit over Moeen Ali retiring from test cricket before a tour of India?

Some of Pakistan cricket's most impressive feats came when players who did not like each other played together not just as teammates but also as rivals. The two Ws; Imran and Javed; Younis and Yousuf; Afridi and Malik; and the 2017 CT squad are all fresh in the memory.

Amir isn't going to make or break our world cup but if he is willing to represent Pakistan one last time then the selectors should definitely not deny him his last shot at attaining legendary status within Pakistan.

I also really want to see Shaheen and Amir sharing the new ball at close to their respective peaks.
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Are people really romanticising the Waqar-Wasim rift now? Really?

Ok, i won't mention the spot fixing or retirement from international cricket.

How about the fact that Amir last played a List A game in 2019?

You'd think if the guy wanted to represent his country so bad he might have played a few Pakistan cup games or at least put himself forward for a county stint.

I guess neither option appealed to him as much as being a mercenary does.

Amir is done, he doesn't want to play for Pakistan anymore. His fans need to move on like he has done and stop living in the past.
 
i dont know why we are getting so desperate to have amir in worldcup squad, he choosed the retirement nobody else forced him to do so.

He has passed his prime and we have to move on now, It's time for us to invest on any fast bowler who can deliver results in the years ahead like Ihsanullah.
 
He hasn't announced his return from retirement.

Is he expecting Zaka to fly out to The Caribbean to ask?
 
Massive sigh of relief for everyone who wants to protect friendship circle
 
Inzaman ul Haq while talking to the media said:
"We all know that Mohammad Amir has been a good player and he has retired from international cricket; If he wants to play for Pakistan again, then all doors for him like everyone else are open; You come and play in First-class cricket and perform well, then you will be considered for selection; Like I have said, the PCB nor the selection committee is closing doors for selection for anyone; This is decision which is upto each player; Whoever wants to play for Pakistan needs to play in our domestic cricket and perform well; This applies to Mohammad Amir or any other player and this is my answer to anyone who asks me this kind of question"
 
The bigger question will be which TV channel will Amir sit on now for his venom-views? Tough competition between Geo, Ary and Samaa TV.
 
He made his bed now he should lie in it. Good on Babar & management not selecting an individual who will clearly disrupt any positive team environment they have going on.

He wanted to run his mouth for a few clicks and attention after ruining his own career so glad to see him bearing the consequences for it too.
 
Amir is a wonderful bowler but a very toxic personality. I am actually relieved in a way he did not get picked. Our selectors have made weirder decisions in the past. but this I can definitely appreciate.
 
I dont like saying this but I do want him as a replacement for naseem. He is still a quality bowler unfortunately.
 
Seems still has hamstring issues in Qualifier 2 in CPL 2023

"Mohammad Amir won't come out to bat due to an injury (hamstring) concern."
 
Amir is demonstrating to the world that he remains superior to numerous current bowlers of Pakistan.

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MenInG said:
Seems still has hamstring issues in Qualifier 2 in CPL 2023

"Mohammad Amir won't come out to bat due to an injury (hamstring) concern."
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No he hasn't, he has habit of leaving the field after getting smocked by opponent. Once a cheater always a cheater.
 
King_Babar said:
No he hasn't, he has habit of leaving the field after getting smocked by opponent. Once a cheater always a cheater.
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well that part has become the past now so lets move on and not gets into it that he was a cheater or not.

Currently he is still doing good as a bowler which shows he has the potential of comeback for pakistan but i think the biggest mistake which he has doee was the early retirement else he could have been given a chance to represent Pakistan in this world cup.

He is still way better than many fast bowlers which we have right now in the camp.
 
Cricket Warrior said:
well that part has become the past now so lets move on and not gets into it that he was a cheater or not.

Currently he is still doing good as a bowler which shows he has the potential of comeback for pakistan but i think the biggest mistake which he has doee was the early retirement else he could have been given a chance to represent Pakistan in this world cup.

He is still way better than many fast bowlers which we have right now in the camp.
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Wasim Akram, Waqar younis, Aqib Javed are also miles better than current lot, but that doesn't mean we will get them back because they are retired. Similarly Amir has also taken retirement so he is technically unavailable for PCB to even consider. To be available in eligible pool of list, he has to take retirement back which he would not due to his egoistic nature.
 
What is this garbage bowling? This isn’t good enough for the Bradford British Pakistani cup let alone the World Cup
 
Amir's time is literally over.

No amount of hoping will change that.

He had his chances and missed them and then moved on.

Could he have done better on a pitch like the one today? Maybe.
 
certainly we are missing experienced bowler like amir in the team right now, after the injury of Naseem all of the sudden our bowling attack looking so weak now.
 
MenInG said:
Amir's time is literally over.

No amount of hoping will change that.

He had his chances and missed them and then moved on.

Could he have done better on a pitch like the one today? Maybe.
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I’m pretty sure a little bit of massaging his ego (this is leadership - you deal with different people differently) and he could have been re-integrated in.

I think that was the order of the day. But unfortunately we don’t have any leaders.
 
TheSultan said:
I’m pretty sure a little bit of massaging his ego (this is leadership - you deal with different people differently) and he could have been re-integrated in.

I think that was the order of the day. But unfortunately we don’t have any leaders.
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Yes but no one really took up his case - no Senior Pakistan player stepped up.
 
The guy can't bowl even 4 overs in t20

And some delusional people want him in team
Get over with this fixer his time is over
 
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