Amir's retirement from Test cricket surprises former skipper Wasim Akram
Mohammad Amir on July 26 announced his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect.
LAHORE (Dunya News) – Pakistani legendary bowler Wasim Akram on Saturday was surprised by the announcement of bowling spearhead Mohammad Amir to retire in the Test cricket saying that it was the ideal time for the 27-year-old to continue and reach the pinnacle in his Test career.
“To me Mohammad Amir retiring from Test cricket is a bit surprising because you peak at 27-28 and Test cricket is where you are judged against the best, it’s the ultimate format. Pakistan will need him in two Tests in Australia and then three in England,” said Akram, who holds the record for most number of wickets in Tests for Pakistan with 414 victims.
To me Mohammad Amir retiring from Test cricket is a bit surprising because you peak at 27-28 and Test cricket is where you are judged against the best, it’s the ultimate format. Pakistan will need him in two Tests in Australia and then three in England.
— Wasim Akram (@wasimakramlive) July 26, 2019
Pakistani pacer Mohammad Amir on July 26 announced his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect, but reaffirmed his commitment to playing white ball cricket for Pakistan, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) reported
Amir made his Test debut against Sri Lanka in Galle in July 2009, he featured in 36 Tests, taking 119 wickets at an average of 30.47. His best bowling returns - six for 44 – were against the West Indies in Kingston in April 2017. Amir last played a Test match in January 2019 against South Africa.
