Amir’s return will create problems for Pakistan: Inzamam
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Former Pakistan captain Inzamam-ul-Haq has advised the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) to keep tainted pacer Mohammad Amir away from the national team.
Amir has made a significant impact in the first stage of the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) with his left-arm fast bowling, igniting a big debate on whether he should be fast tracked into the national team.
“I don't think it would be a good idea to allow either Amir or the two other players involved in the spot-fixing scandal back into the Pakistan team,” Inzamam said in an interview to NDTV.
“I just feel that if Amir is selected again for the national team it will divert the focus of the other players away from cricket and there will be added pressure on them and Amir,” said Inzamam, who featured for Pakistan in 120 Tests and 398 one-day internationals.
“I know from experience that if Amir is selected in the Pakistan team and when it goes to England, Australia or even India, the media will just focus on him and it will mean problems in the dressing room,” he said.
Inzamam said that he had nothing personal against the bowler but the PCB had to settle on on a policy regarding tainted players independent of the ICC’s regulations on the matter.
“The PCB needs to be clear in its stance on players who have been involved in corruption and tarnishing the image of the country. Because playing for the national team is the highest honor for any athlete,” he added.
He also believed that Amir would also face a lot of problems on his comeback.
“I can imagine the questions that would be asked if Pakistan lose a close match or if he doesn't perform at the right time. I can imagine the taunts from the crowd and all these things will only divert the attention of the team away from cricket,” Inzamam said.
Amir has gone onto feature in the BPL after remarkable performances in domestic matches since his five-year ban for spot-fixing ended in September.
His two other partners in crime Salman Butt and Mohammad Asif have still not been permitted by the PCB to play domestic cricket.
Many former Pakistan stalwarts including Javed Miandad and Rashid Latif have opposed the return of the tainted trio to the national team while senior player Mohammad Hafeez last week claimed he didn't accept a contract to play in the BPL as the franchise which approached him had already signed on Amir.
Some other members of the Pakistan team are also said to be against giving Amir, Asif and Butt, a chance to play for Pakistan again.
But many other former players believe that since the trio have served their punishments, they deserve a second chance.
Boycott calls for a ‘second chance’ for tainted trio
Former England batsman Geoffrey Boycott also spoke in favour of bringing back the tainted trio of Amir, Asif and Butt into the Pakistan team as they had completed the punishments for their crimes.
“Once they have served their sentence under the rule of law, then society says you should be given a second chance,” said Boycott in an interview with Pakpassion.net.
Boycott said that, if fully fit and in-form, the trio should be featuring in the national team.
“If you are going to give people a second chance then it has to be all-in. Give them a proper chance, get fit, play well and if they are still good enough then give them a chance in the Pakistan team,” he said.
“Nobody should hold anything against Mohammad Amir.
“In fact this applies to any of them.
“Amir and the other two should only get back into the Pakistan team on merit and ability,” said the 75-year-old.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:03pm
Who said there will be no problem . Yes we will but why management get salary ? To deal with these kind of situation and integrate him in national side
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Nov 25, 2015 08:04pm
No corrupt cricketer please.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:05pm
Dont allow him back in Pakistan side. He and the other two need to be made an example. And then no one in future will dare to do this. Painful but needs to be done.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:06pm
What hipocricy! Inzimam is a convicted match fixer. Got away after paying the fine. If he could avail a second chance, then why not Amir?
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Nov 25, 2015 08:07pm
Totally not agreed with Inzi, Amir is a young cricketer deserves the 2nd chance in life,
As human being we also cant remove Amir from our society and his profession. Time is a master
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Nov 25, 2015 08:08pm
They will give a second chance to Zardari, a fourth to Nawaz Sharif and the same goes for all others including Rehman Malik, Dr. Asim and Ishaq Dar but they won't give a second chance to a cricket player who committed a relatively smaller crime at the age of 17 and under influence of a criminal captain. He pleaded guilty, served jail and a ban of 5 years for that and gone through a rehabilitation and yet some think he should not be included. These same players who oppose him a second chance, bow down to corrupt politicians and bureaucrats and have individuals in their ranks who surely have done much bigger crimes than Mohammad Amir did but have been lucky not to get caught. PCB should not wait on Amir's inclusion, as the longer this drama goes on, the bigger issue some of them will make.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:10pm
Come on, this is not gulli cricket - this is international cricket with rules and regulations. No attention thingy happened in BPL in fact people there are enjoying his return--- and that is Bangladesh ! I don't follow the logic at all....then why was he handed down the "punishment", jail time, rehabilitation, PCB scrutiny etc. Inzamam should have said all of this before ICC (the governing body) took any action. I would have been ok if the decision would be a complete ban for life. But since that was not the decision, I suggest that the "expert" should mind their own business school.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:10pm
What about our burocrates and politicians? They are also corrupt and everybody knows. But they are coming in governments again and again.
Amir did that mistake and paid for that. Now he should come back after paying Price of what he did.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:11pm
@khan
best comment.
management has to deal with it.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:14pm
Inzi Im a big fan of yours but you have given such a embarrassing statement just forgive the lad he was very young and made a mistake he admitted unlike others Inzmam you also played with Salim malik who was a match fixer didn't you feel uncomfortable sharing same dressing room as him? So please leave Amir alone and let him focus on cricket right now he is way better then any pak bowlers.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:14pm
Anyone who has been punished already must get a chance. There are a lot of people on key positions in the public sector and destroying our system. There is a big question mark on past cricketers also. We have to see is this person is beneficial for Pakistan cricket. Then goes ahead.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:14pm
Amir deserves a chance, we know that he has been punished for the wrong deed, it is time to move on!!!
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Nov 25, 2015 08:16pm
no corrupt cricketers, I wish you said that at election time and when people take bribe in plain sight. The list is too long.
As far as Amir is concern he paid his dues set up by the governing body. If they have set up life ban then that is the law. 2nd offense should be life ban.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:16pm
Why do all these players have a problem with Aamir, he was young, made a mistake and regrets it, he should be given a chance no matter what.
M.Hafeez, Inzamam, everyone needs to realize that our fast pace bowling needs to revamp, besides Wahab Riaz, we don't have any class paceman that we use to be famous for like Wasim, Waqar, Akhtar.
Aamir is a great talent and he has shown that in domestic and BPL, we cannot suppress his talent because some players don't want to play with him. He has served his punishment and now deserves to be brought back, how long will you keep punishing the guy ?
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Nov 25, 2015 08:17pm
The only 'Tainted' people this stupid nation loves are 'The Corrupt Politicians'.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:22pm
And who would ask inzi suggestion?
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Nov 25, 2015 08:28pm
Well - Problem makers are already trying their best to create problems for Amir, but he is rather focused on his performance, and delivering. The pressure is already on Amir, and he is dealing with that reasonably well. Once Amir starts playing, there may be a few first games when he'll be a point of discussion but if he stays the course, everyone will be fine. He must be given support at this point.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:29pm
@Shahid very well poised.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:30pm
Islam teaches us to forgive and forget and I would have expected a better response from Inzi. Aamir will play in England 2016 InshaAllah
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Nov 25, 2015 08:30pm
Since the players have been punished, there is no harm in bringing them back in to the team. Provided they are selected on merit and Team badly need good players especially for ODIs and T20s. Definitely Pakistan will be benefited.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:38pm
So another person who has played cricket for many years speaks out. Credit to Inzamam for speaking out. I didnt know Miandad was against it as well, or Rashid Latif, but there we are. Why people think Amir will save Pakistan cricket leaves me baffled. The last tour he played Pakistan got beaten by a brilliant England team 3-1. Go find other bowlers, and dont let cheats in any team, the world over.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:39pm
Boycott is right. If the trio had been banned for life in the beginning, would have been fine with me. Now they have served their time, if they are able to perform, all should be allowed.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:44pm
If any Pakistan player has a problem playing with Amir, he can be rested. If sportsmen from another country has a problem, it should be between them and their respective boards and ICC.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:44pm
He is right actually. Any bad performance by Amir at a crucial stage and the same people making comments here in his favor would be the first one to question his intentions !
However, in my view, he and other two players should be allowed to play now. They have faced so much embarrassment, fine, ban and even the prison time. There is no reason why we should stop them from playing PROFESSIONAL cricket.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:48pm
I think islam teaches forgiveness. We never implement values and teachings of islam into action and that's why we are in all sorts of mess.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:48pm
People who live in Glass Adobe DONOT cast stones at OTHERS!!!
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Nov 25, 2015 08:51pm
Oh my God. He is not going to run Pakistan he just a cricket player. If Zardari can spend 10 years in jail and become the president and Nawaz sharif spend 2 years and can become a PM. What's wrong with a kid who committed a crime and paid for it to play again. Come on guys. Give him a chance. Get the guys out who had issues with him. Amir is the best bowler.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:52pm
Come On man!!! this will be ridiculous to finish such a talent!!! Be patient and give him a chance...just think what was his age when he did the corruption..I can assure that this Gem wiil bring a lot of pride to your country with definite honesty......Amir's fan from 'BANGLADESH'.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:52pm
@khan right bro
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Nov 25, 2015 08:53pm
Right.amir need second chance..
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Nov 25, 2015 08:55pm
I am big fan of Inzimam but he disappoints me with his statement. Can I ask him why did he play with Wasim Akram and other convicted players during his career?
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Nov 25, 2015 08:55pm
@Hassan. Brother. Who are you to deciede amir's inclusion.you must know that there were too much curruptio during 90s all big names were involved.fines were imposed on them but nothing else.imzamam should remember his time before saying anything.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:56pm
@Ahmad Rafiq righly said. Majority of people are not aware of this.
Many big names were involved.
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Nov 25, 2015 08:57pm
fixing has been there for 30 years.let him play
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Nov 25, 2015 08:58pm
@Shahid righly said
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Nov 25, 2015 09:01pm
I don't agree with Mr Inzimam.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:02pm
@Sameer Khalid well said. But its highly unlikely if amir gets selected in national side because there is string lobby against him.players doesn't want to pkay with him because amir is way better them.i believe that players like ehsan adil.imran khan.rahat ali sohail khan wont be able to make it to the side because of amir.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:03pm
I am the biggest fan of Javaid and Inzi but in this case we should consider Amir only because of his tender age at the time and how senior and junior politics as a new player works in the team for new player . I can only imagine how he will be feeling and pressured by corrupt two seniors for inclusion on other games as Captan has influence in team selection .
Other part is train him how to Handel pressure in media and accept what he did And prove a positive role model as a player and human being for good .
If I was him will also try to get admission in college and get some more education as a life long learning tool .
Good luck and seek some guidance from Allaha ST with forgiveness . No human being should play being godest as we are not God !
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Nov 25, 2015 09:04pm
@Rizwan Haider hahaha you got the valid point here bro. Inzamam was fine with salem malik who was the biggest fixer.why is he giving such statements.inzaman should concentrate on afghanistan.we gave not produce world class bowler after amir and asif.they commit mistake and paid for that.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:08pm
to those who bring his tender age into the argument (when he was caught fixing at 19), didn't Afridi, Tendulkar, AB, and many others played clean cricket in their teens? Who knows how many times they might have been approached. Even at 19 nobody is a thumb sucking kid to not know what's right or wrong. You do things you face consquences.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:08pm
Is there any chance that amir can play for any other country? I would love to see him in action in international cricket but i don't think that PCB will induct him due to internal politics. They are happy to be at No 8 in ODI ranking.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:10pm
For Amir Boycott says ..Yes...Inzi and Hafeez says No..
I want to ask Inzi a question...what about Umar Akmal...???
What problem will come in the dressing room...I think the problem is already there
the team is divided (ODI) in politics and losing like baby teams three runouts in one match...is Inzi saying if Amir plays there will be 10 runouts...I think there is fear in some players that if Amir comes they will lose the spot light and Amir will start breaking new records...Please leave Amir alone our coach and management has not been able to produce a fast bowler ever since the last greats...
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Nov 25, 2015 09:16pm
The attitude of Aamir seems he has learnt nothing over the years.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:17pm
Every one make mistakes in life. He paid his price for the mistake he made.
There is no reason why he should not play for the national team. Sooner the better.
People who want's to destroy Amir's carrier are no angels themselves.
Amir is a great talent for Pakistan. Please let him play and bring glory to your team.
Saleem
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Nov 25, 2015 09:23pm
during your days you were also beneficiary of Justice Qayyum's "soft corner". otherwise you along-with Akram were prime guilty for match fixing.... no wonder you are anti to Amir's return since you are very close to Ramiz and Akram who both don like his return.......... as he may eclipse Akram's achievements.................
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Nov 25, 2015 09:23pm
Inzi going to Afghanistan is good you need the money and they need a coach and Pakistan wants another Asian team in the first class cadder...but don't forget
Bangladesh we helped them and went to the Indian side..same will happen with Afghanistan...Inzi if you really want to help Pakistan Cricket then please do two things.one train and give Pakistan a great batsman like yourself, second get us rid of
Waqar Younis and Intikhab Alam...we will remember you even more fondly...
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Nov 25, 2015 09:28pm
Everyone should get a chance. Why not Aamir? Our politicians have served us for years and as we all know, how good they have been... NOT. He's an amazing talent and i hope he gets a chance with Pak team. I'm sure he will never do this again.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:31pm
Aamir can be given a chance but he really needs to look at his behaviour. Salman and Asif should never be coz they never had any regrets what they did. If thats the case then Salim Mailk should be given a chance in PCB.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:36pm
Pakistan team needs him in England and in Australia tour.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:40pm
Why are there so many questions on his return when he already has payed for his mistake? Not sure what people want to get out of this...
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Nov 25, 2015 09:45pm
Sir Inzamam,
I thought you have attained higher understanding about our religion through "Tableghee" chapter in your life. Not giving a second chance to a God gifted player is so not par with our religion.
Irony is, you himself was fined 1 lac rupees for suspiciously not remembering the Christchurch match conditions(match fixing) as mention in Justice qayyum report. Can you justify your 2nd chance?
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Nov 25, 2015 09:45pm
Says a man who was himself convicted for Match fixing. Go read Justic Qayyum report.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:46pm
@hameed he must be back to team..as he looks most deserving...secondly,he is the most honest of the lot as he accepted his mistake and repented while others fro all countries are clever and influential to cover themselves....best of luck for amir....
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Nov 25, 2015 09:47pm
@Shahid Very well said.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:48pm
No one needs to be made an example of. Once punishment is served let the person earn a living. It's not easy with new rules and stricter regulations to cheat two times. Besides the kid's grown up now and has had experience with the headache of being in jail and facing humiliation. Let him grow into a better person. What's the point of rules if not to change behavior for the better? Rules aren't there to make 'examples' and unduly destroy those who ever did something illegal.
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Nov 25, 2015 09:54pm
@Shahid well said, adding more..Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis , Mushtaq etc were named in Justice Qayyum report..they all were involved in betting..how could they oppose now Amir ..Why didnt Inzi speak against Wasim akram ???
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Nov 25, 2015 10:01pm
Isn't it the case he already served his sentence - whats the problem now. We got countless names including politician, models, judges who screwed up big time and walked out free -
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Nov 25, 2015 10:02pm
Although i also believe Amir has genuine case to be given 2nd chance but
considering culture of pakistan, uneducated players in our teams, dopiing and betting issue and foreign countries ambitions to damage pakistan image;;;; it seems better that he himself remain away from Pakistan A team
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Nov 25, 2015 10:02pm
we are loosing ODI matches any ways. why don't give him chance on trial basis and see what happens.. Inzi, it is not brain science.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:08pm
Well said Mr Boycott.
I fully agree with allowing all these 3 players to play for Pakistan, provided they are still fit.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:09pm
I think his inclusion will divide the team! I will not matter in ODI, because is ranked at the bottom but Test and T20 will not need any distractions. They are very settled in those formats.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:09pm
Most of ur leaders in pakistan are corrupt but u always give them 2nd chance then why not to this talented cricketer. Also waqar and lost of ur players are involved in match fixing . Then why u allow waqar as a coach.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:11pm
Amir should be given a chance... Whether a player will perform or not is a different situation; whether the team as a whole will have focus or not is a different question; and whether media will take notice or not is a different question. The person has served his term, he is legally allowed to play, he is performing well and showing a great deal of mental strength, and if he is selected and does not perform then for sure throw him out of the team. But, he is not responsible for varying mental strength of players and multiple variables around. Let's talk cricket please...
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Nov 25, 2015 10:12pm
Let him come and we should receive with open arms. We had been accepting tainted politicians all of our lives.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:15pm
Aamir return will certainly create problems...but only for the opponents. He was barely 17 year old and a juvenile, so he need a level playing field. He has suffered enough and passed the sentence for the sin of bowling one no ball, due to the captain asking him to do so.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:21pm
@Ahmad Rafiq Inzi, learn to forgive. Your statement reflects what's in your heart. I thought people who practiced religion with deep conviction as you do, had a very kind heart!
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Nov 25, 2015 10:40pm
Un-necessarily this highly potential player is being dragged into controversies. Immediately & without accepting any pressure PCB should include Amir into the playing eleven. He has suffered his part of the agony, no need to keep him away from cricket any longer. I can bet Amir will once again prove a match winner.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:40pm
Not sure about Amir but Inzamam should never be a part of the team management or PCB ever
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Nov 25, 2015 10:42pm
Why are all the old players against Aamir s return to international games,They should be happy that the Pakistan team will be stronger,instaed they all decided to voice against Aamir.Please let him play,you had your go now shut up and look somewhere else to do something.Pakistan already going through enough from froeign players.
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Nov 25, 2015 10:50pm
He didnt fix matches like Wasim's boys from the 90s. They were all allowed to play why is amir being treated hypocritically.
He has served his time in Jail.....Azharuddin , Wasim, Cronje et al got off scott free.
Amir should play. All of Pakistan supports him.
Biggest cricket star to emerge since afridi and shoiab akhtar made their debuts
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Nov 25, 2015 10:52pm
People, move on. The guy made a mistake and he got punished for it, end of story. Either in the team or out of team, Pakistani cricket team, because of their track record will always be seen with a suspicion. The way Pakistan lost their 3rd ODI against England few weeks ago, rumors started brewing about match fixing. Was Amir in the team? If he shows his performance mettle, I am all for him to be back in the team. Live and let live.
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Nov 25, 2015 11:00pm
@Ahmad Rafiq
Could not agree more
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Nov 25, 2015 11:04pm
This will go away with time. Let the poor lad
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Nov 25, 2015 11:16pm
The intolerance level of Pakistani people doesn’t stop to amaze me. He has pleaded guilty and served his punishment. Let it go. Focus on more important things. Also, players should stay out of this, as it is between the board and Amir. I support his comeback, barring he remains clean forever. No more mischief
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Nov 25, 2015 11:16pm
Please act professionally and don't be bothered by other team-mates concerns. why such drama that you cannot play with someone. Go out and play your best, irrespective who is in the team. Life is full of good people and bad, you draw up stringent rules and let people perform to those rules. The rules should represent the principles on how to judge people (everyone seems to forget "rule of law" idiom). Is it so rare in Pakistan or all Pakistanis just conveniently forget it.
Amir is a talented kid. If he makes it back on merit, let him prove himself on the field. He failed the rule/ law once and paid for it (in earnings and lost time). Make sure the rules are stringent that any further violation will be met with severe penalties (life ban and/or steep fines). If he comes back to the team on merit and he morally fails to live up to the rules and violates again, let him face the music again. That's how life works, and why should it be different on the cricket field.
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Nov 25, 2015 11:20pm
@Shahid - can not agree more. what a mind set, on one hand we can tolerate all these crooks for so long and on the other hand we want angels!!!
already enough said on this please move on and let it go for God sake!
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Nov 25, 2015 11:30pm
@Jewel Kazi - thank you Bangladesh, very incourging to see this.
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Nov 25, 2015 11:33pm
as a nation, we dont understand the concept of punishment and retribution. before the trio was caught, they were indulging in match fixing. the pakistani diaspora holding different public and private offices is not known for its honesty and corruption is rampant in our society. when they were caught, initial reaction from the pakistani public was mainly of discrimination against our players being singled out. now that they have served their punishments, the country that imposed them in the first place is saying that are free men and should be viewed as such, but our public is not willing to give them a second chance. at every step the reaction from pakistan has been the opposite. amir khan is young and immensely talented. he sat out for five years and has few precious years left at the highest skill level. we need him, we don't need our self righteousness in the way. he can single handedly win matches for us.
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Nov 25, 2015 11:43pm
If 1999 world cup match fixer can play for Pakistan, both coaches waqar younis and mustaq ahmed names are in justice qyuam report. So why not Aamir? Who is more talented than any players rep. Pakistan in last two decades.
Aamir must be a part of Playing eleven.
Aamir & Fawad Alam can win next world cup for us
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Nov 25, 2015 11:52pm
Well inzi you didnt seem to have a problem playing with corrupt players like wasim akram, salim malik, Mushtaq ahmed, ijaz ahmed.....the list goes on. Perhaps you were tainted too back then
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Nov 25, 2015 11:52pm
As if without Aamir there are no problems in the team!
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Nov 25, 2015 11:53pm
All three of them have served their time and so from that perspective all three deserve redemption in society and love sport of their life which is cricket. But that having been said, Amir's case is distinctly different from the other two for some very obvious reasns- first Amir was under 18 at that time and that clearly was a very tender age considered nonadult age by many societies whereas the other two gentlemen were past 30 way too mature in thought and decisions. Second, Amir has shown a lot of contrition, remorse and has tendered profuse apology to his fans and cricket board whereas this regret has been conspicuously missing from the other two. Finally, Amir being so young was under the direct influence, command and control of his captain. Besides, Amir is a budding genius and must be allowed a full bloom so as the cricket and fans have the maximum joy from his talent on display.
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Nov 25, 2015 11:54pm
@PHILOSOPHER (from Japan) : Corrupt management is OK but not the corrected and thoroughly hard learnt the lesson ones!
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Nov 25, 2015 11:58pm
My question,for those who are against the trio(aamir,asif,salman)'s return to team,having an opinion that pcb should set an example for other players through not giving them(trio) a chance to join team is:
Do you never accept the person as a your society member after serving his punishment in the result of committed crime,,my 2nd question is that through sentence to death of the murderers as to set an example for others in a society has proved quite successful to stop killing or murder's crime rate,if answer of both is 'yes' then trio should not be allowed to join team,if the answer is reverse then they should be provided by an opportunity to represent Pakistan again as they have completed their sentence according to law.
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Nov 26, 2015 12:05am
Here we go again! Another one of those holier than thou character.
This man is part of the most corrupt period of cricket and was 100% aware of what was going around but had no problem playing then because of money he was getting. However, now he is the most honest man in the world. What a bigot and Pak is full of them.
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Nov 26, 2015 12:06am
Sorry Inzamam, that's a total nonsense.
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Nov 26, 2015 12:26am
I think you need to listen to saner voices like Boycot, Holding etc. who were actually not corrupt and in their time there was no corruption in cricket.
Listen what Boycot is saying - the trio has served their punishment and therefore deserve another chance based on merit.
In other he is telling all to shut up and let the game do all the talking.
The trio made a mistake in playing a game. They did not steal, rape or kill anyone. They served time for it, therefore, the punishment should fit the crime. Let's sit back and enjoy the game.
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Nov 26, 2015 12:28am
When the cricket great Boycott is not Boycotting then why should we?
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Nov 26, 2015 12:33am
This is rather childish from such an experienced cricketer!! If this guy doesn't think that the punishment served by Amir was enough then, should we hang him publicly then?? These are the very people who have the habit of ignoring much bigger crime by staying silent on the whole subject and now behaving like an adamant master.Why they were all silent when corrupt Srinivasan was ICC chairman for so long?Why did the whole world not stopped playing cricket then to show their morality?
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Nov 26, 2015 12:50am
Mr right, remember when you were pardoned and allowed to play after match fixing?
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Nov 26, 2015 01:07am
Aamir Bhai deserves second chance his talent simply can't be overlooked
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Nov 26, 2015 01:10am
Has Inzi raised his voice against his fellow tainted cricketers Mushtaq and Waqar Younas? Presently both the ex crickters are now coaches of our cricket team. This debate should come to an end that Amir should or should not be inducted in the team. Amir and the other two must be given a second chance as they have completed their time and are eligible to earn their livelihood. I strongly suggest that the Amir should be inducted in the team on his present form.
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Nov 26, 2015 01:22am
Thats the main problem with our country.. We do not respect our talent.. He has learnt from the mishap which was commited by him due to his immaturity. Now we should go ahead.. He is a legendry player must be added to national team in order to raise the standard of Pak team. By the way Mr Inzimam is not a doodh ka dhula hua.. He should behave like a gentle man if he want some respect
from Pak ppls.
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Nov 26, 2015 01:23am
Questions were also asked when Inzi used to repeatedly get run out at crutial moments.
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Nov 26, 2015 01:28am
We are a nation with the kind of corrupt politicians who have gotten away after looting millions and billions and yet people elect them again and again to rule the country. why can't these poor cricketers be given a second chance !
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Nov 26, 2015 01:36am
No tainted players please
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Nov 26, 2015 01:58am
Everything depends on Amir if he bowled well then PCB has no choice but to brought him back.He is already in the limelight he only need some good bowling figures to put more pressure on PCB.It's up to Aamir to just roar back in the national side.He is the only person who can make his critics silent.He is talented and young the uproar and stir created in the cricket world speaks for his chrisma.
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Nov 26, 2015 02:11am
After reading all the comments, the verdict is clear. We want Amir back. As for Inzi and Hafeez, I think you guys just earned a lot of negative karma from the public. I used to have respect for you guys, but now, I have lost it.
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Nov 26, 2015 02:26am
The voice of public is the voice of God and almost pakistani want Amir back in the national team. we need Amir in our national team badly PCB MUST bring him back.
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Nov 26, 2015 02:30am
If Pakistanis are happy with corrupt politicians, leaders, media personalities or anyone with a questionable status in the 1% of the elite group, why can't we give this kid a chance again.
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Nov 26, 2015 02:49am
A bowling attack comprising of Amir, Wahab and Asif, together with batsmen like Younis Khan, Misbah would make Pakistani cricket not only competitive, but also flamboyant and fun to watch. It is quite intriguing what game some of the present and ex- Pakistani cricketers are up to in voicing their strong reservations about Amir and Asif. For some, it must be self preservation, for others, it must be a release of their hold on where Pakistani cricket would go instead of where they would like to direct it to.
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Nov 26, 2015 03:11am
Come on guys, give him a break. he did mistake and paid the price already. Now let him come back and play the cricket for Pakistan.
He is an immense talent.
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Nov 26, 2015 03:19am
@Shahid - What a powerful reply to this nonsense.
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Nov 26, 2015 03:22am
Aamir going to shut this people by his performance!! Everybody makes mistakes and like to be given second chance so does he deserve.
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Nov 26, 2015 04:46am
Anyone in favor of bringing the trio back in the national folds need to understand, the crime they have committed is a federal crime (felony) in a lot of countries. Once you have a felony on your record you are automatically disqualified for certain jobs/positions. Hope this clears mind of people who are backing their return.
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Nov 26, 2015 05:17am
Boycott is spot on!
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Nov 26, 2015 05:27am
@Shahid spot on. U said it all my friend. Just bring him in and get over with the "comeback" thing of a tainted talented player...
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Nov 26, 2015 05:43am
Hold on Inzimam. He was punished. He should allowed in the team. PCB Management and players should understand that mistakes do happen. This kid needs comeback.
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Nov 26, 2015 05:59am
Why are we forgeting that Amir was a 17 years kid when this happened, he did what his captain told him to do, without realizing the consequences.
He is an excellent bowler, he must be given another chance, there are many cricketers
in the world who were envolved in corruption. It is a tragedy that Pakistanis go after
Pakistanis whereas in other countries people forgive and protect their people. It is really sad.
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Nov 26, 2015 06:05am
Can someone please remind Inzi you yourself played on a second chance as well!
Do i need to say more
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Nov 26, 2015 06:26am
Inzamam can talk - look at Qayyum report!
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Nov 26, 2015 06:34am
@Mohammed Omar K Cheema Azarhuddin never played and is serving a life ban.
Cronje never played for SA after the fixing charges. A jail term does not make a cheat an angel.
The point here is the tendency of a person to
do something wrong.
Match fixers should never play again as they have played with our emotions....
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Nov 26, 2015 06:40am
We should give another chance, DON'T we give to Imran Khan?
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Nov 26, 2015 07:12am
If we can select corrupt politicians so many times and give them not 2 but 3 to 4 chances then why on earth a player who already served his sentence is not allowed to comeback.
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Nov 26, 2015 07:25am
Amir must come back. He is a pride of Pakistan.
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Nov 26, 2015 07:49am
@Jewel Kazi thumbs up for you man
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Nov 26, 2015 08:09am
Except for Younis,Misbah,and Yasir we don't have any world class player in the team.All other are mediocres,so we need a fast bowler and Amir is best.He is a real world class player.
INSHAALLAH,he will bring laurels for Pakistan.
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Nov 26, 2015 08:34am
why dont pcb do referendumabout this..ask pak public to vote...if they say players after going thru punishment can play then play..u have to follow majority pak fans ..thats the best wayand nobody can fight it..if any player dont wana play then thats their problem
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Nov 26, 2015 09:21am
Aamir is a most talented player produced by Pakistan. He is most lethal bowler of current time. Most of the world current batsmen are afraid of his return. He can destroy any batting line up of the world. Instance is before us when he clean bowled the batsman like Misbah in BPL. I think he is attraction of current cricket and every body including Pakistanis should welcome his return and enjoy his performance. He will be most wicket taking bowler after Steyn in the future. So people should stop the discussion of his return now. Please let him play.
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Nov 26, 2015 09:51am
Everyone deserves a second chance. Especially, if someone has served his/her punishment and done all the things that were asked to correct his/her acts. In case of Amir, he has done his bit and now just has to prove that he still got what it takes to be in the real game. I wish him all the luck and also wish that people should leave him alone.
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Nov 26, 2015 10:36am
Agree with Sir Boycott's statement. I have admired him.
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Nov 26, 2015 10:54am
The debate about return of Muhammad Amir needs to halt now. The return of Samules and Samules.Gibbs tailored no problem for their teams. Moreover, everybody needs a chance to reform and transform, Amir was penalized and done away with that. PCB must come strong and stop people and media to comment on the issue. This chapter must be shunned.
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Nov 26, 2015 10:55am
@Shahid ..great ,,look at his ( Amir ) performance here in BPL ...
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Nov 26, 2015 11:05am
Reading Inzi and Boycott remarks on bringing Amir back to the main stream critcket, I certainly feel sorry for Amir. In view of our culture and taints that accompany, it will be wise to keep him away. As far as hislivelihood he has enough talents to earn. He will be a spotlight for media outside Pakistan and definitively will succumb under pressure at the end of the day impact the Team Pakistan perfromance.
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Nov 26, 2015 11:28am
No doubt he was the best Pakistani batsman but he does't know what he is speaking. The reason he is citing for keeping Amir away from national is such a ridiculous thing to say. Inzamam's name surfaced in match fixing in 90's. Was he stopped from playing anymore? This drama created by some former and current players in Pakistan is such an immature and absurd behavior. Amir and others have served their sentence.Now they have every right to be given opportunities on the basis of their performance.There is no need to get unnecessarily emotional about this.
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Nov 26, 2015 12:15pm
specially Aamir deserve in the playing eleven in the Pakistan team. .He has.. excellent talent with bowling and batting as well. .I don't agree with Mohd hafeez reactions on Aamir..
I'm wishing to Mohd Aamir he will be select in the team. .
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Nov 26, 2015 02:22pm
2 franchises of IPL have been baned due to corruption & fixing scandals but no punishment have been given to both franchisee's players involved. And likewise so many other Indian's player got involve but they neither punished nor baned. So what wrong with trio atleast they have been paid the penalties why don't they allow? at least amir should be given a 2nd chance.
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Nov 26, 2015 03:02pm
Based on merit alone, Amir must be selected. Thereafter, by performing let him silence his detractors.
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Nov 26, 2015 07:22pm
Such a talent simply can't be wasted considering he has pays his dues for being a gullible youngster. If Pakistan doesn't give him a chance, he should relocate and play for another country. Cricket is his passion and we/Inzi/Have etc are nobodies to stop him.
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Nov 26, 2015 09:05pm
Please stop spiting out this garbage about your fellow cricketers. No one is perfect, including Inzimam.
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Nov 26, 2015 11:52pm
I fully endorse Mr Boycott's view, particularly in regard to Amir.
First Hafeez and now no less than Inzmam, both against his entry back to national team. I have to say their argument that Amir's
return will adversely effect the ream's morale and performance are
not even half convincing. It is also sad that a muture ex cricketer like Inzmam should be so biased and let me say narrow hearted that he can not excuse a young cricket who admitted his crime, served his time in prison and have had psychological counselling. Can these people tell what should he do when his heart lies in cricket and he continues to display brilliance in the sport. Should he leave the country and acquire a foreign citizenship? What if the public came out and demanded his return particularly if he goes on to produce some sensational results. A society is judged by the way its members treat each other and I think enough is enough the PM should intervene and save this young man's career.
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