Former Pakistani fast bowler Mohammad Amir has officially stated he has no intentions of participating in the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) auction. The 33-year-old, who recently obtained British citizenship, confirmed his decision in a direct message from Dubai, categorically stating, “No, I’m not [registering for the auction].” His announcement addresses widespread speculation regarding his potential eligibility to compete in the league, which has been closed to Pakistani nationals since its inaugural season. The 33-year-old left-arm pacer, who has recently acquired British citizenship, ruled out the possibility of bidding for a place in an IPL team, the richest and arguably the best T20 league in th, in a message to.
The IPL 2027 auction is scheduled to take place on December 16, with the official registration window for players set to close on November 23. Although Amir’s new status as a British citizen led to suggestions he might bypass restrictions by registering through the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB)—similar to how Azhar Mahmood previously participated as a British passport holder—the pacer has opted against pursuing a spot in the competition.
Amir’s recent career move in England has already seen him classified as a domestic player, as evidenced by his stint with the Trent Rockets in The Hundred. However, he remains focused on other ventures, recently registering for the Afghanistan Premier League player draft as a UK national. The left-arm pacer holds a significant record, having claimed 271 international wickets across all formats during his career for Pakistan. He represented Trent Rockets in The Hundred as a local player rather than as an overseas recruit for the Nottingham-based franchise.
His international career included 159 appearances, spanning 36 Test matches, 61 ODIs, and 62 T20Is. While the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) opened the registration process for overseas players this past Monday, allowing them to sign up through their respective cricket boards, Amir’s decision ensures he will remain absent from the league’s roster despite his newfound ability to navigate international eligibility rules.
