Mohammed Shami, who performed brilliantly in the World Cup 2023, is currently away from Team India. Shami underwent surgery after this tournament. It was expected that he would get a chance in the Test series against Bangladesh. But before this series he was not completely fit. However, now he can make a comeback in the Indian team in the Test series against New Zealand. However, before this Shami has been dropped from Bengal's Ranji team. This claim has been made in the report.
Shami may be out of Ranji Trophy!
Currently Shami's rehab is going on at the National Cricket Academy. It was believed that he would play for Bengal in the opening match of Ranji Trophy and make his place in the Indian team. According to reports, Shami's name has not been included in the Bengal cricket team for the first two Ranji matches. Let us tell you that Bengal will start its campaign in Ranji Trophy from October 11, where it will face Uttar Pradesh.
Shami had expressed his desire to play 2 domestic matches before joining the Indian team. But now it seems that Shami will not be able to take part in the initial session for Bengal. Akashdeep and fast bowler Mukesh Kumar will participate in the Ranji Trophy on behalf of Bengal. But now there is doubt over Shami playing for Bengal.
Shami may return against New Zealand
The source talked about Shami's return. According to sources, Shami can return for the 3-match Test series against New Zealand. Mohammed Shami's rehabilitation is mostly going in the right direction. New Zealand Test is being targeted. He is under the care of the BCCI medical team.
This series will start from 16th October
The Indian team will play a 3-match test series against New Zealand from October 16. At present the Indian team has not been announced. The second match will be played from 24th October while the last match will be played from 1st November. The Indian team will participate in this series under the leadership of Rohit Sharma.