The New Zealand immigration authority has received a visa application for left-arm fast-bowler Muhammad Amir to travel to the country where he is set to perform against the Black Caps in three T20 matches.
“INZ is aware of the dates of the intended games and expects to make a decision on the application in the next few days; however, processing times will always depend on the complexity of an application or where more information is needed,” INZ area manager Michael Carley said in a statement, confirming the application was received on Tuesday.
Confirmation of the application comes as Amir claims he is a changed man, having been named to tour New Zealand and return to international cricket.The young left-arm pace bowler is set to end a five-year absence by tangling with the Black Caps if immigration authorities give him the green light after his spot-fixing conviction.
The 23-year-old made it clear he is eager for the opportunity and believes he deserves another chance though he realises he will have to win the trust of fans again after admitting his deceit from a Lord’s test against England in 2010.
“I am a different person this time,” Amir told the media after he was selected in Pakistan’s squad for the limited overs series in New Zealand that features three T20s and three ODIs.
Pakistan submits New Zealand visa application for Amir
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