Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has addressed rumors his plans to enter the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 auction as a British player after obtaining UK citizenship.
According to rumors, the 34-year-old pacer was widely expected to register for the upcoming IPL auction, scheduled to take place in Goa on December 16. However, he has since denied the rumors.
Mohammad Amir addressed the rumors on X.
Hi everyone just wanted to clarify news regarding IPL is not true.
— Mohammad Amir (@iamamirofficial) November 2, 2026
The development came after Amir registered as a UK national for the Afghanistan Premier League (APL) draft, scheduled to be held in Dubai on November 3.
Amir, who currently lives in England, has been listed as a British national in the APL draft register, with Pakistan mentioned as his country of residence. He has been placed in the Platinum category, which carries a player fee of $100,000.
The left-arm pacer has also been playing as a local player in English domestic competitions, including the T20 Blast and The Hundred.
His British citizenship could pave the way for his participation in the IPL, where Pakistani nationals have been unable to compete in recent years.
Former Pakistan all-rounder Azhar Mahmood previously followed a similar route after obtaining a British passport. He played for Kings XI Punjab and Kolkata Knight Riders between 2012 and 2015 despite restrictions on Pakistani players.
Amir’s registration for the APL as a UK national could also allow him to participate without requiring a No-Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB).
Meanwhile, more than 30 Pakistani cricketers, including Fakhar Zaman, Saim Ayub, Hasan Ali, Shan Masood, Abdullah Shafique, Faheem Ashraf and Imad Wasim, have registered for the APL draft.
However, their participation remains uncertain due to diplomatic tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Reports suggest that the PCB is unlikely to issue NOCs, while the Afghanistan Cricket Board has made it clear that Pakistani players must obtain clearance from the PCB.
Amir has represented Pakistan in 36 Tests, 61 ODIs and 62 T20Is. He last played for the national team against Ireland during the 2024 T20 World Cup in Lauderhill, Florida.
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