Mohammad Amir Set for IPL 2026 Comeback – Ready to Join Virat Kohli’s RCB!
Pakistani Bowler Mohammed Amir who called it a quit in international cricket for a final time said that he has two regrets, first is not getting to bowl against Team India on home soil and second is not getting a chance to host Virat Kohli at his Lahore residence. Amir was quoted as saying by Telecom Asia Sport. With a UK passport, Amir is also dreaming of featuring in the IPL as an overseas player. "Why not?" said Amir when asked about the possibility. "Maybe in 2026, I will be able to play in the IPL as I am still playing leagues around the world."
Mohammed Amir also mentioned Virat Kohli, he has a huge respect for him, "Virat is a fantastic player and respects talent. I was speechless when he presented me with his bat. I have always respected his batting, and he values my bowling"
He has a lot of respect for Virat Kohli and cherishes the bat that the Indian great gave him ahead of the Twenty20 World Cup match in Kolkata. "Virat is great and admires talent," said Amir. "For sure, I would have hosted him at my house."
IPL 2025 will start soon, while RCB hasn’t won an IPL title despite being home to players like Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle, and Mitchell Starc, Mohammad Amir said he would love to play for RCB.
Former opener Ahmed Shehzad said that Amir can change RCB’s fortunes and lead them to their maiden IPL title. In one of the latest interviews, he said, "RCB needs a bowler like Amir to fix their bowling woes. They have a good batting unit but their problem has always been a problem. If Amir plays for RCB, they will win the title".
While answering the question related to criticism for playing in IPL, Amir mentioned that while Pakistani Players Are banned from IPL, Despite of that some pakistani players are still featured in ipl not as a player but coach and commentator .
He was talking about legends such as Wasim Akram, who was a coach for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), and Ramiz Raja, who provided commentary while IPL matches were being played.
