Shamed Amir apologises to Pak for spot-fixing scam

November 03, 2011 14:04

Expected today, is the sentencing of Mohd Amir, Mohd Asif and Salman Butt Yesterday, filled with remorse, Amir, the teen Pakistan pacer apologised for his involvement in the spot-fixing scandal, saying his dream of becoming the world's best cricketer lies in tatters and he is not sure if the game would ever want him back.

Amir had become the youngest player to take 50 Test wickets before being embroiled in the spot-fixing scandal last year. The 19-year-old said he was trapped and would now accept whatever punishment the court decides.

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