Mohammad Amir is a former Pakistani cricketer, who is widely regarded as one of the most talented fast bowlers of his generation. He was born on April 13, 1992, in Gujjar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan, and made his international debut for Pakistan in 2009, at the age of 17.
Amir rose to prominence during the 2010 tour of England, where he played a crucial role in Pakistan's Test and ODI victories over the hosts. He showcased his skills with the ball, delivering fast and accurate deliveries that troubled even the most experienced English batsmen.
Despite his young age, Amir quickly became one of the key members of the Pakistan cricket team, known for his ability to swing the ball both ways and his exceptional accuracy. He was also known for his ability to deliver at crucial moments in the game, earning the nickname "The Prince of Swing".
However, Amir's career took a major hit in 2010, when he was banned from cricket for five years for his involvement in a spot-fixing scandal during Pakistan's tour of England. The scandal involved Amir and two other Pakistani players, who were accused of deliberately bowling no-balls at specific moments in the game, in exchange for money from bookmakers.
After serving his ban, Amir made a comeback to international cricket in 2015, in a T20 match against New Zealand. He was then included in Pakistan's squad for the 2016 T20 World Cup and played a crucial role in helping Pakistan win the tournament.
Amir's comeback to cricket was not without controversy, as many cricket fans and experts questioned the decision to allow him back into the sport. However, Amir continued to prove his worth on the field, delivering match-winning performances for Pakistan in both Test and limited-overs cricket.
In July 2020, Amir announced his retirement from international cricket, citing his frustration with the Pakistan Cricket Board's management and selection policies. He expressed his disappointment with the way he was treated by the board and said that he felt "mentally tortured" by the constant criticism and scrutiny.
Despite his controversial past, Mohammad Amir will always be remembered as one of Pakistan's finest fast bowlers, who had the ability to swing the ball both ways and deliver crucial wickets for his team. His talent and dedication to the sport will always be admired by cricket fans around the world.
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