Early Life and Family Details
Mohammad Amir is a renowned Pakistani cricketer known for his exceptional left-arm fast bowling. He plays for the Pakistan National Team and Quetta Gladiators in PSL.
He was born on April 13, 1992, in Gujjar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan. He belongs to a middle-class family. His father Raja Mohammad Fayyaz served in the Pakistani Army and was a watchman in a government school after taking retirement. He has five brothers and one sister, he is the second youngest of the seven children.
Career Journey
He started playing cricket at a young age. He started playing street cricket in his hometown and at the age of 11 during a local tournament, Amir’s talent was spotted by Asif Bajwa. He asked him to join his cricket academy.
At the age of 15, he was selected by Pakistani fast bowler Wasim Akram in the Pakistan U19 Team for a series against England. He performed very well in that series. He was also part of the Pakistan Team in the 2008 ICC U19 World Cup.
Amir’s breakthrough year came in 2008 when he made his domestic debut for NAP (National Bank of Pakistan). He took 55 wickets in his debut domestic season. As a result of his performance, he was selected in the Pakistan National Team.
He made his T20 International debut against England on 7 June 2009. Later on, he made his Test debut on 4 July 2009 and ODI debuted on 30 July 2009 against Sri Lanka.
Mohammad Amir Biography
- Full Name: Mohammad Amir
- Nickname: Amir
- Profession: Pakistani Cricketer (Fast Bowler)
- Date of Birth: April 13, 1992
- Age (as of 2023): 31 years old
- Nationality: Pakistani
- Birthplace: Gujjar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan
- Religion: Islam
- Zodiac Sign: Aries
Physical Stats
- Height: 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters)
- Weight: 73 kg (161 lbs)
- Body Measurements: 40-30-14 inches
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Dark Brown
Family
- Family Caste: Raja (Rajput)
- Father: Raja Mohammad Fayyaz
- Mother: Naseem Akter
- Brother: Mohammad Ijaz
- Sister: Not Known
- Marital Status: Married
- Wife: Narjis Khatun
Mohammad Amir’s Wife & Children
- Amir married British citizen and lawyer Narjis Khan (née Khatun) in September 2016.
- They have three daughters: Minsa Amir (b. 2017), Zoya Amir (b. 2020), and Ayra Amir (b. 2022).
Net Worth & Salary
- PSL Salary: 4 Crore PKR (approx)
- Test Match Fees: 15 Lakh
- ODI Match Fees: 8 Lakh
- T20 Match Fees: 5 Lakh
- Total Net Worth: 100 Crore PKR
Career Highlights
- In the 2017 Champion Trophy Final Amir took the most important wickets of Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma & Shaiker Dhawan and helped Pakistan win the Tournament Under Sarfaraz Ahmed Captaincy.
- He started playing street cricket in his hometown, Gujjar Khan, and was noticed for his talent at a local tournament.
- Amir made his first-class debut in November 2008 and made his international debut for Pakistan at the age of 17 in 2009.
- He played a crucial role in Pakistan’s victory in the 2009 ICC World Twenty20.
- In 2010, Amir was involved in a spot-fixing scandal with Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif during the series against England, which led to a 5-year ban from international cricket.
- Amir recorded a memorable performance in the 2019 Cricket World Cup, taking 17 wickets in eight matches, including a five-wicket haul against Australia.
Interesting Facts
- Amir idolizes the great Wasim Akram and tries to imitate his actions and bowling while watching him on TV.
- He made his debut in international T20 cricket during the ICC World Cup T20 in 2009 and took an important wicket in his second ball.
- Amir bowled a sensational over in the final of the World Cup T20, dismissing the tournament’s leading run-scorer, Tillakaratne Dilshan.
- He holds the record for taking three wickets in a single over in an International T20 match, against Australia.
- Amir has a unique record of scoring 73 runs while batting at number 10 against New Zealand.
- Despite his early success, he was involved in a spot-fixing scandal in 2010 that led to his ban from international cricket for five years.
Controversies
- Involved in the 2010 Pakistan cricket spot-fixing controversy, leading to suspensions and bans.
- Convicted of conspiracy to cheat at gambling and conspiracy to accept corrupt payments in November 2011.
- Served a prison sentence and later resumed his cricket career.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is Mohammad Amir’s age?
- Mohammad Amir was born on April 13, 1992, in Gujjar Khan, Punjab, Pakistan.
- Who is Mohammad Amir?
- Mohammad Amir is a renowned Pakistani cricketer known for his exceptional left-arm fast bowling. He plays for the Pakistan National Team and Quetta Gladiators in PSL.
- Who is Mohammad Amir’s wife?
- Amir married British citizen and lawyer Narjis Khan (née Khatun) in September 2016.
- Who are Mohammad Amir’s parents?
- Mohammad Amir’s father’s name is Mohammad Fayyaz and his mother’s name is Naseem Akter.
- Does Mohammad Amir have any siblings?
- Mohammad Amir has six siblings. He has five brothers and one sister, he is the second youngest of the seven children
- What is Mohammad Amir’s net worth?
- Mohammad Amir’s net worth is approx 100 crore PKR.
- What is the height and weight of Mohammad Amir?
- Mohammad Amir has a height of 6 feet 2 inches and weighs approximately 72 kilograms.