India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak has confirmed that pacer Mohammed Shami is fully fit ahead of the remaining three T20Is against England. However, his inclusion in the playing XI will depend on how head coach Gautam Gambhir and captain Suryakumar Yadav strategize his reintegration into the team.
Despite being part of the squad, Shami’s absence from the playing XI has surprised fans and experts alike. He has not played any international cricket in 2024 following an ankle injury sustained during the 2023 ODI World Cup. With Shami also included in the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy, the team management may opt for a cautious approach to ensure his long-term fitness.
Despite being part of the squad, Mohammed Shami’s absence from the playing XI has surprised fans and experts alike. He has not played any international cricket in 2024 following an ankle injury sustained during the 2023 ODI World Cup. With Shami also included in the squad for the upcoming three-match ODI series against England and the Champions Trophy, the team management may opt for a cautious approach to ensure his long-term fitness.
