Muhammad Amir to play in Bangladesh Premier League

KARACHI: Fast-bowler Muhammad Amir has signed with the Chittagong Kings to play in the Bangladesh Premier League.

According to reports, Amir signed a direct contract with the franchise.

Earlier, Shahid Afridi signed with Sylhet and Shoaib Malik with Comilla Victorians.

Ahmed Shahzad, Muhammad Hafeez and Yasir Shah are also engaged in talks for direct contacts.

The Bangladesh Cricket Board will not provide bank guarantee for players who will sign direct contract with franchises.