Former India all-rounder Irfan Pathan has distanced himself from the selection of Pakistan pacer Mohammad Amir in the Kandahar Warriors squad during the Afghanistan Premier League draft. The development came as the league's player draft took place ahead of the upcoming season.
Amir, who retired from international cricket in 2020, was picked by the Kandahar Warriors franchise. Pathan, who has been associated with the Afghanistan Premier League in various capacities, clarified that he had no role in the decision to include the left-arm fast bowler.
The Afghanistan Premier League continues to attract international cricket talent, with franchises building squads through the draft system. Both Pathan and Amir have extensive T20 league experience across multiple countries.
