KARACHI: Former Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir has joined the Kashmir Premier League (KPL) franchise Rawalakot Hawks as the icon player for the forthcoming edition.
According to the announcement, the left-arm pacer will represent the defending champions of KPL in the upcoming second edition, scheduled from August 1 to 14.
“Having massive experience of T20 cricket, Amir adds strength to our side in upcoming KPL season 2 as our icon player,” the franchise said in a statement.
The wait is OVER..!! Here to announce our ICON HAWK PLAYER…🏏
A left-arm pace bowler Muhammad Amir is Our ICON hawk… 🦅#Hawksofkpl #flylikehawk #wearehawks #Muhammadamir@iamamirofficial pic.twitter.com/GPUB5Eklzr— Rawalakot Hawks (@HawksKPL) July 14, 2022
Amir, on the other hand, also expressed his gratitude for joining the former champions as an icon player and also thanked the Hawks’ management for the opportunity.
“I am happy to become a part of Rawalakot Hawks. Thanks to the management and coach Arshad Khan for having me,” Amir stated in a video message.
Fast Bowler Muhammad Amir
Message for Rawalakot Fans After Joining the Hawks#Hawksofkpl #flylikehawk #wearehawks #Muhammadamir@iamamirofficial pic.twitter.com/p8zD7z3kSv— Rawalakot Hawks (@HawksKPL) July 14, 2022
It is pertinent to mention here that Amir represented Pakistan in 50 T20Is and claimed 59 wickets at an average of 21.4.
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