ISLAMABAD: Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir revealed the reason behind playing quality T20 leagues and stressed the need for players to approach their careers like professionals.
Amir emphasized the importance of carefully choosing which T20 leagues to participate in and highlighted the importance of the leagues.
“Players need to be seen as professionals who determine which leagues to play in and which not to. It’s essential to see the league improve.”
“Getting paid is good, but if there is no level of play, it is not beneficial. Play two to three leagues, but play in a way that improves the cricket and also gives a break. A break is essential for a fast bowler; otherwise injuries can happen,” he added.
Amir, who is playing his first season for Quetta Gladiators in the Pakistan Super League, shed light on the success of the ongoing ninth season.
“In franchise cricket, the most important thing is to make the best combination by ticking all the boxes. Kvéta has bowling and batting specialists.
“The opening of Saud Shakeel turned out to be a positive addition. People had doubts about Saud, but he proved himself with surprising decisions.”
“Strength in batting and bowling is key. Our spinners consistently take wickets in the middle overs. The key to Quetta’s success is their excellent combination.”
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Amir also revealed why he did not play the match against Karachi Kings. “I have been playing cricket all the time and head coach Shane Watson has suggested taking a break now rather than taking a break in the later stages of the competition.”
As for coming back from retirement, Amir revealed that he is out of international cricket for three to four years. “I’m not thinking about going back. I want to spend quality time with my family.”
Amir expressed confidence in Pakistan’s T20 bowling ability and predicted success in the upcoming T20 World Cup in the West Indies.
“Pakistan has good T20 bowlers and the current ones can perform well in West Indies in the T20 World Cup.”
Amir concluded by talking about Haris Rauf, who was removed from central contracts after he said he refused to tour Australia for the Test series.
“The Haris Rauf contract issue would be better resolved behind closed doors. Matters between players and boards should not be discussed in public. If a player is part of a central contract, he also cannot say no to the board.”
