Amir-Shoaib hinted to return to the team after playing BPL

Mainul Islam

February 1, 2023

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Amir-Shoaib hinted to return to the team after playing BPL

There are no fewer precedents of returning to the national teams of different countries after doing well in the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL). Players who have been out of form for a long time made a chance to enter the team by showing performance in this tournament in Bangladesh. Pakistani cricketers Mohammad Amir and Shoaib Malik can be added to that list. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Chief Selector Haroon Rashid gave such a hint on January 23. According to him, these two cricketers can be seen in the jersey of the national team.

Mohammad Amir has taken 13 wickets in 10 matches for Sylhet Strikers in the ninth season of BPL. And Shoaib Malik scored 231 runs from 8 matches in the jersey of Rangpur Riders. PCB is watching their performance. Chief selector Harun Rashid said, “We are keeping an eye on those who can play an important role in the team. And at this time, for those who can coordinate well with the team, there is no obstacle to returning to the team.

PCB president Najam Shetty agreed with Haroon Rashid, “If Amir comes back from retirement, then there is no obstacle to playing in the national team.” Right now, Amir can return to international cricket if he wants. Pakistani left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir said goodbye to international cricket in 2020 due to not going well with the cricket board. After that, he was talking about not returning to the national team. But this time, Aamir is a bit flexible. Maybe he is waiting to return to the team. Only time is waiting for that.

On the other hand, old Shoaib Malik also has a chance to return to the team. The chief selector said, “Important tournaments need experienced players like Malik. At any moment they can turn the game and make important decisions.’

Last Updated: Feb 1, 2023