# Mohammad Amir keeps IPL doors open after British citizenship 2026-08-08T00:01:33+00:00 | Sports | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet Former Pakistan fast bowler Mohammad Amir has said he is keeping his options open about playing in the Indian Premier League, fuelling speculation after he became eligible through his British citizenship. The 34-year-old retired from international cricket after the 2024 T20 World Cup. Amir confirmed he will play in the Pakistan Super League as an overseas player from 2027 but remained non-committal on the IPL. His British citizenship, obtained through his wife, allows him to play as a local in English domestic competitions and register as a British overseas player in franchise leagues worldwide. He currently plays for Trent Rockets in The Hundred as a domestic player. ## Coverage - rediff.com Tags: British citizenship, franchise cricket, IPL, Mohammad Amir, Pakistan cricket, PSL Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/mohammad-amir-keeps-ipl-doors-open-after-british-citizenship/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/mohammad-amir-keeps-ipl-doors-open-after-british-citizenship/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.