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Quetta Gladiators’ fast bowler Mohammad Amir has made it clear that when he’s on the field, there are no friendships or senior-junior dynamics — it’s all about focus and competitiveness. Speaking to Geo News in Lahore, Amir explained that aggression within the boundaries of the game is a part of cricket’s beauty. He stressed that distracting a batter mentally is a tactical approach and doesn’t mean disrespect off the field, where players often enjoy friendly chats.
Amir shared insights from the past, referencing legends like Sir Viv Richards, and said cricket used to be more fierce. Reflecting on his own style, he emphasized that controlled aggression is key, and if his actions were out of line, match officials would intervene.
He also opened up about his international career, revealing that he left a county contract to play in the World Cup but was ignored afterward — a turning point that led him to walk away from international cricket. Regarding Babar Azam, Amir praised him as Pakistan’s best batter but noted that Babar is currently in a prolonged bad patch, struggling with timing and shot selection.
Amir highlighted that form in T20 leagues can’t be judged by just a couple of matches, and a mix of good and bad games is natural. He believes Quetta Gladiators have a balanced squad, with Mark Chapman strengthening the middle order. While batting has seen early collapses, he praised the team’s bowling performance and showed optimism, especially with Lahore’s crowd and conditions that he feels will suit the team. He also mentioned that Usman Tariq might soon be cleared for bowling, which would further bolster the squad.
