Shami's fitness is not a problem, Gambhir and Suryakumar to decide his selection: Sitanshu Kotak
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shami's fitness is not a problem, Gambhir and Suryakumar to decide his selection: Sitanshu Kotak

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India’s newly-appointed batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has clarified that there are no fitness issues regarding pacer Mohammed Shami but his selection in the third T20I with England or in future matches is a call that rests with India T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav and coach Gautam Gambhir. India’s newly-appointed batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has provided a crucial update on when Mohammed Shami could play his next match for the national cricket team. Shami returned to the India cricket team, after a gap of over one year with his selection for the ongoing T20I series against England, but the 34-year-old pacer had not featured in the two T20Is played so far. Shami was Gambhir and SKY will take call on Shami’s selection Kotak cleared the air over concerns regarding Shami’s fitness and said that it is “not a problem” but his return to the team will depend on the plans of coach Gautam Gambhir and T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav as the pacer has also been picked for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025.

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Congress Leader Who Fat-Shamed Rohit Sharma Defends Shami Amid Roza Row: 'It Is Your Deeds Which...'
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2 weeks, 1 day ago

Congress Leader Who Fat-Shamed Rohit Sharma Defends Shami Amid Roza Row: 'It Is Your Deeds Which...'

ABP News  

Congress leader Shama Mohamed, who sparked a massive row after fat-shaming Indian cricket team skipper Rohit Sharma, has now come out in support of Indian pacer Mohammed Shami, who faced criticism for not observing roza. #WATCH | Delhi | On Indian cricketer Mohammed Shami, Congress leader Shama Mohamed says, ".In Islam, there is a very important thing during Ramzan. He's …

Harbhajan defends Mohammed Shami on fasting row: Keep sports and religion apart
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Harbhajan defends Mohammed Shami on fasting row: Keep sports and religion apart

India Today  

World Cup-winning former spinner Harbhajan Singh has come to the defence of Mohammed Shami, backing his decision not to fast during India's Champions Trophy semi-final against Australia in Dubai on March 04. The legendary spinner pointed out that Shami might have collapsed if he had not taken fluids during the Champions Trophy match, which was played in hot and humid …

'Sends A Wrong Message': India Pacer Under Fire For Not Keeping Roza During IND Vs AUS Champions Trophy Semis
2 weeks, 2 days ago

'Sends A Wrong Message': India Pacer Under Fire For Not Keeping Roza During IND Vs AUS Champions Trophy Semis

ABP News  

Team India's star pacer Mohammed Shami faced criticism from Muslim cleric Maulana Shahabuddin Barelvi for not keeping 'Roza' during the holy month of Ramadan, calling the act 'criminal'. 'He Has Committed A Crime': Shahabuddin Razvi On Shami In an interview with ANI, Maulana Shahabuddin Razvi Bareilvi, President of All India Muslim Jamaat, criticised Mohammed Shami for drinking water during a …

Champions Trophy 2025: Trying to get my rhythm...more responsibility on me, says Mohammed Shami
2 weeks, 3 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Trying to get my rhythm...more responsibility on me, says Mohammed Shami

The Hindu  

Mohammed Shami conceded that operating as India's lone front-line pacer after coming back from a lengthy injury layoff has been a heavy "responsibility" but said he is trying to regain his "rhythm" to suit the team's needs in the ongoing Champions Trophy. It is a responsibility when there are no two proper fast bowlers, and I have to shoulder more …

"I always keep it simple": Mohammed Shami on adapting to conditions
2 weeks, 3 days ago

"I always keep it simple": Mohammed Shami on adapting to conditions

Hindustan Times  

Dubai, : After India's crucial four-wicket win against Australia in the first semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai, fast bowler Mohammed Shami shared his insights on adapting to the conditions and his approach to bowling in challenging situations. "I always keep it simple": Mohammed Shami on adapting to conditions Shami, who played a key role in India's victory …

Rohit Sharma ‘fat’ row: Cricket legends slam Congress leader, ‘pick models’, ‘are you a fitness coach?’ - who said what
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2 weeks, 4 days ago

Rohit Sharma ‘fat’ row: Cricket legends slam Congress leader, ‘pick models’, ‘are you a fitness coach?’ - who said what

Live Mint  

Many came in support of Rohit Sharma after he was Congress spokesperson Shama Mohamed fat-shamed him and questioned his fitness on social media, which she later deleted. Yograj Singh, former cricketer and Yuvraj Singh's father, defended Sharma saying Mohamed should be ashamed about making such a statement about a player who has brought pride to our nation "Indian cricketers, people …

Champions Trophy 2025: Arshdeep Singh to replace Mohammed Shami for New Zealand match? Here’s what we know
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Arshdeep Singh to replace Mohammed Shami for New Zealand match? Here’s what we know

Live Mint  

India play their final league match of the Champions Trophy 2025 on Sunday when they take on New Zealand at the Dubai International Stadium. Ahead of the start of the India-New Zealand clash in Dubai, reports have suggested that veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami, who did not prove effective in the India-Pakistan game, could be rested for the upcoming match. …

Arshdeep Singh in, no risk needed with Shami vs New Zealand: Zaheer Khan
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Arshdeep Singh in, no risk needed with Shami vs New Zealand: Zaheer Khan

India Today  

Former India pacer Zaheer Khan has suggested that India should not take unnecessary risks with their premier fast bowler, Mohammed Shami, and instead give Arshdeep Singh an opportunity in their final group-stage fixture against New Zealand in the Champions Trophy. While Arshdeep is yet to feature in India's playing XI, Zaheer believes this game provides the perfect chance for the …

India vs New Zealand predicted playing XIs: Will Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami play in IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash?
3 weeks ago

India vs New Zealand predicted playing XIs: Will Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami play in IND vs NZ Champions Trophy clash?

Live Mint  

Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami are doubtful starters as India prepare to face New Zealand in their final group A game in the ICC Champions Trophy 2024. For the unversed, both Rohit Sharma and Mohammed Shami suffered hamstring niggles during their clash against Pakistan in Dubai last Sunday. Considering the New Zealand clash a dead rubber, giving Rohit Sharma rest …

Champions Trophy: Shami likely to be rested against NZ; Arshdeep may replace him
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3 weeks ago

Champions Trophy: Shami likely to be rested against NZ; Arshdeep may replace him

Deccan Chronicle  

Dubai: The presence of five left-handed batters in the New Zealand line-up and the slight calf trouble faced by Mohammed Shami during the Pakistan game may force the Indian team management to play left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh in the Sunday's Champions Trophy game. If the Friday's practice session was an indication, then the Punjab pacer in all likelihood will replace …

IND vs NZ: Mohammed Shami to be rested for clash, Arshdeep Singh to come in
3 weeks ago

IND vs NZ: Mohammed Shami to be rested for clash, Arshdeep Singh to come in

India Today  

The presence of five left-handed batters in the New Zealand line-up and the slight calf trouble faced by Mohammed Shami during the Pakistan game may force the Indian team management to play left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh in Sunday's Champions Trophy game. If the Friday's practice session was an indication, then the Punjab pacer in all likelihood will replace Shami, who …

Shami makes me look brilliant behind the stumps: KL Rahul's fun praise for seamer
3 weeks ago

Shami makes me look brilliant behind the stumps: KL Rahul's fun praise for seamer

India Today  

India wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul heaped praise on teammate Mohammed Shami, jokingly admitting that the pacer’s lethal swing often forces him to dive at full stretch behind the stumps. Speaking ahead of India’s final group-stage match against New Zealand, Rahul revealed how Shami and Jasprit Bumrah constantly push him to his limits with their pace and movement. During India’s high-stakes Champions …

Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami injuries: Shreyas Iyer provides crucial updates
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Rohit Sharma, Mohammed Shami injuries: Shreyas Iyer provides crucial updates

India Today  

India batter Shreyas Iyer provided fitness updates for captain Rohit Sharma and fast bowler Mohammed Shami after the India vs Pakistan match in the Champions Trophy. While Shami left the field to receive some treatment on his shin inside the first 10 overs of the match, Rohit was off for an extended period of time, supposedly due to a hamstring …

"Will take 6-7 wickets...": Mohammed Shami's family share insights ahead of clash against Pakistan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

"Will take 6-7 wickets...": Mohammed Shami's family share insights ahead of clash against Pakistan

Hindustan Times  

New Delhi, : As the highly anticipated India vs Pakistan clash in the Champions Trophy unfolds, family members of Indian cricketers have shared their thoughts, adding to the excitement surrounding the match. ": Mohammed Shami's family share insights ahead of clash against Pakistan Mohammed Shami's brother, Mumtaz, highlighted his confidence in Shami's abilities. The match between India and Pakistan is …

IND vs PAK: Mohammed Shami suffers injury scare, Indian staff looks concerned
3 weeks, 6 days ago

IND vs PAK: Mohammed Shami suffers injury scare, Indian staff looks concerned

India Today  

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami suffered an injury concern during his 3rd over during the match against Pakistan in Dubai on Sunday, February 23. The pacer was in discomfort and needed the physio to come on to the field as Indian coach Gautam Gambhir and the backroom staff looked concerned. India vs Pakistan Live Updates Shami opened the bowling for India …

"Not surprised by his five-wicket haul": Ganguly hopes Shami continues to shoulder responsibility in Bumrah's absence
1 month ago

"Not surprised by his five-wicket haul": Ganguly hopes Shami continues to shoulder responsibility in Bumrah's absence

Hindustan Times  

Kolkata, : Former captain Sourav Ganguly believes seasoned quick Mohammed Shami is not too far behind the current world's best, Jasprit Bumrah. For the former BCCI president, in Bumrah's absence, Shami should be the flagbearer for India and shoulder the responsibility of carrying the pace attack in the ongoing Champions Trophy. "Not surprised by his five-wicket haul": Ganguly hopes Shami …

Champions Trophy 2025: Shami shows he’s near his best after five-for against Bangladesh
1 month ago

Champions Trophy 2025: Shami shows he’s near his best after five-for against Bangladesh

The Hindu  

One of the hardest challenges for a sportsperson is to come back from a long injury layoff, especially if it happens in the later stages of one’s career. In the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 opener against Bangladesh on Thursday, Mohammed Shami - almost one year after undergoing surgery on the right heel - showed he was nearly back to his …

Mohammed Shami on his return to Champions Trophy 2025: I felt like a toddler learning how to walk, and I was worried about any complications
1 month ago

Mohammed Shami on his return to Champions Trophy 2025: I felt like a toddler learning how to walk, and I was worried about any complications

The Hindu  

One of the hardest challenges for a sportsperson is to come back from a long injury layoff, especially if it happens in the later stages of one’s career. In the Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh on Thursday, Mohammed Shami — almost one year after undergoing surgery on the right heel — showed he was nearly back to his best after …

5-star Mohammed Shami not stressing over India vs Pakistan: No special mindset
1 month ago

5-star Mohammed Shami not stressing over India vs Pakistan: No special mindset

India Today  

India pacer Mohammed Shami has made it clear that he will not be adopting any special mindset ahead of India’s highly anticipated Champions Trophy clash against arch-rivals Pakistan. Shami, returning to an ICC tournament after a long injury layoff, produced a sensational five-wicket haul to help India secure a six-wicket victory over Bangladesh in their Champions Trophy opener on February …

Mohammed Shami: The Jai of Indian cricket's Sholay, overshadowed by Gabbar Bumrah
1 month ago

Mohammed Shami: The Jai of Indian cricket's Sholay, overshadowed by Gabbar Bumrah

India Today  

The current Indian cricket team can easily be compared with Bollywood's greatest hit Sholay. We all know that Shami was India's highest wicket-taker in the 2023 World Cup, and that too, after he was included late in the team. It was later revealed that Shami played the World Cup in spite of an ankle injury that later required surgery and …

Mohammed Shami's love affair with ICC events: It's all about loyalty, attention to detail
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1 month ago

Mohammed Shami's love affair with ICC events: It's all about loyalty, attention to detail

New Indian Express  

DUBAI: A difficult and painful injury layoff firmly behind him, seasoned India pacer Mohammed Shami says attention to detail and loyalty towards his craft make him lethal in ICC events where he only cares about breakthroughs and not his economy rate. Shami grabbed a brilliant five-wicket haul in India's Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh to play a pivotal role in …

Ahead of Champions Trophy, Shami says he had doubts if he would ever play for India again after injury
1 month ago

Ahead of Champions Trophy, Shami says he had doubts if he would ever play for India again after injury

The Hindu  

Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has revealed that following his ankle injury, there were moments when he feared his international career was over but his unwavering desire to play for the country again kept him going. "For the first two months I often doubted whether I would be able to play again as an injury like this followed by a …

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit reposes faith in Shami, backs him to deliver in CT
1 month ago

ICC Champions Trophy 2025: Rohit reposes faith in Shami, backs him to deliver in CT

The Hindu  

Ahead of the Champions Trophy, one area where India feels a bit undercooked is the pace bowling department, with Jasprit Bumrah unavailable. All we wanted with Shami was to get him back wearing the Indian colours more than anything else,” said Rohit in the pre-match press conference on Wednesday. Whatever I have seen of him so far looks perfectly fine.” …

Shami's workout, Pant's injury scare: India's 1st Champions Trophy training highlights
1 month ago

Shami's workout, Pant's injury scare: India's 1st Champions Trophy training highlights

India Today  

A focussed Mohammed Shami spent considerable time with bowling coach Morne Morkel as a full-strength Indian team started its training in earnest ahead of its Champions Trophy opener against Bangladesh at the picturesque ICC Academy practice ground in Dubai on Sunday. Before the batters entered the nets, Shami was trying to adjust his length and walked up towards the batter’s …

World Cup-winning captain backs Mohammed Shami to regain old form ahead of Champions Trophy 2025
1 month, 1 week ago

World Cup-winning captain backs Mohammed Shami to regain old form ahead of Champions Trophy 2025

India TV News  

Former India captain Kapil Dev backs Mohammed Shami to regain old form ahead of the Champions Trophy 2025. Kapil meanwhile noted that it often takes time to find rhythm after spending a lengthy period out with injury. If you haven’t bowled in the past six months or a year and are coming back from an injury, then it takes time …

Kapil Dev backs Mohammed Shami to be at his menacing best in Champions Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

Kapil Dev backs Mohammed Shami to be at his menacing best in Champions Trophy

India Today  

Legendary India all-rounder Kapil Dev has given his thoughts on India’s pace attack for the upcoming ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Kapil Dev commented on the fitness issues of the two pace stalwarts and said that it won’t be too difficult for Shami to return to his best due to his strong mindset. If a player needs more time to be …

Shami's form and Bumrah's fitness concern for India before Champions Trophy
1 month, 1 week ago

Shami's form and Bumrah's fitness concern for India before Champions Trophy

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Even as India are getting to have one last outing in Ahmedabad before the Champions Trophy, their biggest concern is the uncertainty over two of their biggest frontline pacers — Mohammed Shami and Jasprit Bumrah. And it seems logical too considering that India play two games till February 23 after which they have a week before taking on New …

Mohammed Shami tidy on ODI comeback, gives India confidence ahead of Champions Trophy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami tidy on ODI comeback, gives India confidence ahead of Champions Trophy

India Today  

Mohammad Shami made an impressive return to ODI cricket during the first ODI of the three-match series against England ahead of the upcoming Champions Trophy. Shami's fitness was not in question either, as he had previously shown his match fitness in the T20I series against England, where he picked up three wickets in the final match. His return to ODI …

Shami the key for India at Champions Trophy: Zaheer
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Shami the key for India at Champions Trophy: Zaheer

Hindustan Times  

Lucknow: Former India pacer Zaheer Khan believes that experienced pacer Mohd Shami holds the key to India’s success at the upcoming Champions Trophy. “We want Shami back as he holds the key to India’s success at the Champions Trophy later this month. “Happy to see Shami back in action in the series against England, and if he gets the going …

Mumbai spell will give Mohammed Shami confidence for ODI cricket: Parthiv Patel
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Mumbai spell will give Mohammed Shami confidence for ODI cricket: Parthiv Patel

India Today  

Former India cricketer-turned-commentator Parthiv Patel believes Mohammed Shami’s impactful spell in India’s fifth T20I victory over England will serve as a major confidence booster ahead of the upcoming ODI series and the Champions Trophy. Shami, returning to the national team after a lengthy injury layoff, marked his comeback with a stellar 3/25 spell in Mumbai on February 3, helping India …

IND vs ENG: Mohammed Shami collects first international wicket since 2023 World Cup during 5th T20 in Mumbai
1 month, 2 weeks ago

IND vs ENG: Mohammed Shami collects first international wicket since 2023 World Cup during 5th T20 in Mumbai

Firstpost  

Senior pacer Mohammed Shami ended the long wait for an international wicket spanning more than a year by dismissing England opener Ben Duckett in his second over of the evening. Shami had gone wicketless for 25 runs in the third T20I in Rajkot, his first appearance for the Men in Blue since the 2023 ICC World Cup. Shami’s last international …

Will Mohammed Shami Play IND vs ENG 5th T20I? India's Coach Responds
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Will Mohammed Shami Play IND vs ENG 5th T20I? India's Coach Responds

ABP News  

Indian cricket team's veteran pacer Mohammed Shami made his long-awaited return to international cricket in the ongoing five-match T20 International series against England, taking the place of Arshdeep Singh in the third T20I. India has until February 11 to make adjustments to their squad for ICC Champions Trophy 2025 tournament, making Shami's upcoming appearances even more critical. Also on ABP …

Litmus test for Shami as Men in Blue hope to end on a high
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Litmus test for Shami as Men in Blue hope to end on a high

The Hindu  

A series without real context sealed with a game to spare. After all, the game will be Mohammed Shami’s litmus test to prove his fitness in time for the Champions Trophy, that starts in less than three weeks. For most of the last 14 months, there has been a cloud over Shami’s return to top-flight cricket after the pacer aggravated …

IND vs ENG, 5th T20I: Mohammed Shami’s fitness test highlights dead rubber in Mumbai
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 5th T20I: Mohammed Shami’s fitness test highlights dead rubber in Mumbai

The Hindu  

A series without real context. After all, the game will be Mohammed Shami’s major litmus test in a bid to prove his fitness in time for the Champions Trophy, that starts in less than three weeks. Having made way for Arshdeep Singh in Pune on Friday night, Shami will be eager to come out and take a major step towards …

Mohammed Shami to play in IND vs ENG 5th T20I? India coach provides massive update on returning India pacer
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami to play in IND vs ENG 5th T20I? India coach provides massive update on returning India pacer

Live Mint  

Mohammed Shami could feature in India's final T20I against England in Mumbai on Sunday at the Wankhede Stadium considering it to be a dead rubber. Coming back after 14 months due to injury, Mohammed Shami was a victim of India plans to go spin-heavy in the series. India bowling coach Morne Morkel is elated with Mohammed Shami's return and revealed …

Mohammed Shami is coming along really well, might play next match: Morne Morkel
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami is coming along really well, might play next match: Morne Morkel

India Today  

India bowling coach Morne Morkel has assured fans that veteran pacer Mohammed Shami is in excellent shape and could feature in India’s playing XI for the fifth and final T20I against England. Speaking at the post-match press conference, Morkel reassured fans, stating that there is no fitness issue with Shami and that his experience continues to be a valuable asset …

Shami to continue, Arshdeep returns; Suryakumar to pick between Jurel, Sundar: India’s likely XI vs England for 4th T20I
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shami to continue, Arshdeep returns; Suryakumar to pick between Jurel, Sundar: India’s likely XI vs England for 4th T20I

Hindustan Times  

Leading 2-1 in the ongoing five-match T20I series, the spotlight will once again be on veteran pacer Mohammed Shami, who returned to action in the previous fixture. Sharma has been in good form, and has registered 115 runs in three matches, at a sensational strike rate of 212.96, clobbering 13 fours and eight sixes in the ongoing series. Tilak is …

Mohammed Shami will regain his rhythm after a couple of more games: Ambati Rayudu
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami will regain his rhythm after a couple of more games: Ambati Rayudu

India Today  

Former India cricketer Ambati Rayudu feels Mohammed Shami will take a couple of more games to find his rhythm back. Analysing Shami’s comeback, Rayudu said that it takes some time for a player to gain confidence about his body after returning from injury and hence Shami wasn’t seen at his best. Hence, I feel Shami will pick up his rhythm …

IND vs ENG: Mohammed Shami makes international return, included in India’s playing XI for 3rd T20I
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG: Mohammed Shami makes international return, included in India’s playing XI for 3rd T20I

The Hindu  

Mohammed Shami made his international comeback after 436 days after he was included in India’s playing XI for the third T20I against England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot on Tuesday. Shami last played for India in the ICC ODI World Cup final on November 19, 2023, against Australia. On the eve of the third match of the five-game …

Mohammed Shami returns to International cricket after 436 days, takes field against England in Rajkot
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami returns to International cricket after 436 days, takes field against England in Rajkot

India TV News  

Indian speedster Mohammed Shami finally makes his much-awaited return to International cricket as he has been picked in the Indian team for the 3rd T20I against England in Rajkot on Tuesday, January 28. Shami made his return to competitive cricket in the Ranji trophy, before featuring in the 50-over Vijay Hazare Trophy and the T20 contest Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. …

Mohammed Shami plays Rajkot T20I, makes international comeback after 435 days
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami plays Rajkot T20I, makes international comeback after 435 days

India Today  

Veteran pacer Mohammed Shami marked his return to international cricket in the Rajkot T20I against England after a gap of 435 days, replacing the in-form left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh. India captain Suryakumar Yadav won the toss and chose to field against England in their third T20I at the Niranjan Shah Stadium in Rajkot. India's new batting coach, Sitanshu Kotak, had …

IND vs ENG, 3rd T20I: Shami fit to play, confirms India batting coach
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG, 3rd T20I: Shami fit to play, confirms India batting coach

The Hindu  

Mohammed Shami’s non-inclusion in India’s playing line-up for the first two T20Is against England had created doubts about his fitness. India batting coach Sitanshu Kotak put an end to the speculation and gave a positive reply on the pacer’s health. That is something coach Gautam and Suryakumar will take a call on, but fitness is definitely not a problem,” Kotak …

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak drops fitness update on Mohammed Shami ahead of IND vs ENG 3rd T20I
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India's batting coach Sitanshu Kotak drops fitness update on Mohammed Shami ahead of IND vs ENG 3rd T20I

India TV News  

India's newly-appointed batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has given an update on Mohammed Shami ahead of the third T20I against England at the Niranjan Shah Stadium, Rajkot on January 28. Speaking on the eve of the third T20I in Rajkot, Sitanshu confirmed that Shami is fit, however, a call of when to pick him in the Playing XI will be decided …

Shami fit but Suryakumar-Gambhir will decide if he plays in Rajkot: Sitanshu Kotak
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shami fit but Suryakumar-Gambhir will decide if he plays in Rajkot: Sitanshu Kotak

India Today  

India's new batting coach, Sitanshu Kotak, said that Mohammed Shami is fit, but the decision on his participation in the remaining games of the T20I series against England will be made by the captain and head coach. Shami, who last played for India in the ODI World Cup final in November 2023, has been selected for the ongoing five-match T20I …

India vs England 2nd T20: Mohammed Shami trains hard at nets in Chennai, but suspense surrounds his return
1 month, 3 weeks ago

India vs England 2nd T20: Mohammed Shami trains hard at nets in Chennai, but suspense surrounds his return

The Hindu  

Mohammed Shami’s much-awaited return to top-flight cricket did not receive too many supporting signals during the seasoned pacer’s nearly hour-long stint of varying intensity at the India nets on Friday. Shami, whose last appearance in India colours was during the 2023 World Cup final, worked hard on finding his bowling rhythm at the Chepauk, but never really hit his flowing …

Shami and Abhishek doubtful for 2nd T20I? Pacer trains with bandaged knees, opener reportedly injures ankle
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Shami and Abhishek doubtful for 2nd T20I? Pacer trains with bandaged knees, opener reportedly injures ankle

Firstpost  

Indian cricket team might face a double setback ahead of the second T20I against England, with Mohammed Shami and Abhishek Sharma likely to miss the game. Shami was seen training with bandaged knees, raising concerns about his fitness, while reports suggest that opener Abhishek Sharma is dealing with an ankle injury. Mohammed Shami it seems is set to sit out …

Mohammed Shami injury update: Indian Team keep an eye on Bowler’s fitness, look to extend lead against England
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mohammed Shami injury update: Indian Team keep an eye on Bowler’s fitness, look to extend lead against England

The Hindu  

Unruffled by the lingering fitness concerns surrounding Mohammed Shami, the well-oiled machine that is India's T20 team will be eyeing an encore of its opening game performance against a stunned England in the second game of a five-match series, here on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Team combination India might not ring in many major changes considering the series is just …

IND vs ENG 2nd T20I Predicted XI: Shami return, Abhishek fitness in focus
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG 2nd T20I Predicted XI: Shami return, Abhishek fitness in focus

India Today  

India will be taking a 1-0 lead heading into the Chennai T20I against England after dominating the visitors in Kolkata. However, the team selection was quickly vindicated by the performance on the field, as Varun Charavarthy and the spinners were able to bamboozle England at the Eden Gardens, before Abhishek Sharma added the finishing touches. IND vs ENG 2nd T20I: …

IND vs ENG: Why was Mohammed Shami left out of India's playing XI for first T20 against England?
1 month, 3 weeks ago

IND vs ENG: Why was Mohammed Shami left out of India's playing XI for first T20 against England?

Firstpost  

Mohammed Shami was left out of India’s playing XI for the first T20 against England on Wednesday. Pacer Mohammed Shamni’s wait to make his India comeback extended further after he was absent from India’s playing XI for the first T20 against England at Kolkata’s Eden Gardens on Wednesday. IND vs ENG | From Abhishek and Arshdeep shining to Pandya and …

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