The 2017 Champions Trophy final between india and pakistan is etched in the memory of cricket fans, especially due to the exceptional performance of Pakistani left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir. In a match where india was considered the favourite, Amir's spell of bowling proved to be pivotal in Pakistan's victory.
Amir's skilful bowling dismantled India's top order, dismissing key batsmen such as Rohit Sharma, Shikhar Dhawan, and virat kohli in quick succession. His figures of 6 overs, 2 maidens, 16 runs, and 3 wickets left india reeling and unable to recover while chasing a target of 339 runs.
Mohammad Amir's cricketing journey has been one marked by highs and lows. Recognized as a special talent from a young age, he made his debut for the pakistan national team at just 17 years old. By 2010, he was hailed as one of the most talented pacers in the world.
However, his career took a downward turn when he was embroiled in a spot-fixing scandal during Pakistan's tour of england in 2010. This resulted in a five-year ban from cricket and a six-month prison sentence. Despite the setback, Amir's ban was eventually lifted after it was determined that he had been misled by senior players.
After making his comeback to international cricket in 2015-16, Amir regained his form and played a crucial role in Pakistan's victory in the 2017 Champions Trophy. However, he later faced disagreements with the pakistan cricket Board and announced his retirement from international cricket in 2019.
Recently, mohammad amir has reversed his decision and has been selected once again for the pakistan national team at the age of 31. His return adds depth to Pakistan's pace attack, alongside fellow left-arm pacer shaheen Shah Afridi. Despite his good form, Amir's performance at the international level remains to be seen.
In a similar development, spin all-rounder Imad Wasim, who had bid farewell to international cricket in 2020, has also been selected for Pakistan's national team for the upcoming t20 series against New Zealand.
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