Mohammad Amir tests negative for Covid-19

Left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir and masseur Mohammad Imran have tested negative for the novel coronavirus (Covid-19). On the request of the team management, the PCB decided to send Amir to England following the birth of his second daughter last week.

As part of the process, both Amir and Imran underwent their first Covid-19 tests on Monday. The duo requires two negative tests to be eligible to travel to the United Kingdom. Now, their second tests will be conducted on Wednesday, with their expected departures over the weekend.

According to sources, the PCB has already started making their travel arrangements and has given the go-ahead to Amir to start packing for the tour.

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As soon as Amir will join the squad, reserve wicketkeeper-batsman Rohail Nazir will be released from his duties.

The talented pacer, however, has been unable to practice his skills due to the coronavirus lockdown. According to sources, the 28-year-old plans on restarting his bowling practice sessions during the current week.

Amir can be a valuable asset in the limited-overs format for the Men in Green if he is inducted into the squad for the series against England.