"Main screenshot bhej dunga" - Mohammad Shami's scathing message to doubters and critics after omission from squad for NZ vs IND 2026 Tests
- On Tuesday, 36-year-old pacer Mohammed Shami addressed questions regarding his absence from Bengal's Ranji Trophy match against Services in Delhi, confirming he remains fit and hopeful for an India comeback.
- Shami has been excluded from India's plans since the ICC Champions Trophy triumph in Dubai in March 2025, despite continuing to prove his worth in domestic cricket.
- Explaining his decision to sit out the match, Shami noted the Palam Air Force Ground pitch favored spinners; Bengal won by 60 runs with spinners claiming 19 of the 20 wickets.
- Dismissing concerns regarding his New Zealand tour snub, Shami stated he remains focused on domestic cricket and IPL preparation to maintain his rhythm and readiness.
- Shami continues to harbor ambitions of representing India at the 2027 ODI World Cup while emphasizing his commitment to domestic cricket rather than speculating on long-term chances.
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Veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami, who has been out of Team India for a long time, has made it clear through his attitude that his journey is far from over. Shami, who considers his fitness his greatest strength even at the age of 36, has spoken from his heart about not being selected for Team India.
Ace bowler Mohammed Shami not giving up hope of India return
Mohammed Shami said he was determined to work his way back into the India team after the injury-plagued fast bowler was again left out of the squad for their multi-format tour of New Zealand.Shami has taken 462 international wickets in 197 matches across all three formats but last featured for India in March 2025 during their successful Champions Trophy campaign, in which he was the team's joint-highest wicket-taker.The 36-year-old, whose ca…
"Main screenshot bhej dunga" - Mohammad Shami's scathing message to doubters and critics after omission from squad for NZ vs IND 2026 Tests
Veteran Indian pacer Mohammad Shami's fitness came under the scanner due to the length of his spells in Bengal's Ranji Trophy 2026-27 opener against Delhi. He bowled 35.
'I Am Still At My Peak': Mohammed Shami Remains Hopeful Of 2027 ODI World Cup Spot
Mohammed Shami targets an India comeback for the 2027 ODI World Cup, backs his fitness, dismisses selection disappointment, and explains his focus on domestic cricket and match readiness
Shami not giving up hope of India recall despite not being selected for New Zealand tour
Shami did not feature in Bengal’s second-round fixture against Services in the ongoing edition of the Ranji Trophy, arguable due to the spin-friendly nature of the surface at Palam.
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