Mohammed Shami is one of India's most successful bowlers. Currently, he leads the Indian pace attack along with Jasprit Bumrah. In the month of November, the Indian team has to tour Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In such a situation, his presence in the team is very important. Shami's presence is important not only for a hat-trick of wins in Australia but also for reaching the final of the World Test Championship. He has not been able to play since the ODI World Cup held in November 2023. He had to undergo surgery after an ankle injury. After about 9 months, he is preparing to return once again. He was to make a comeback from the Test series against Bangladesh, but now it may be delayed.

Why is Shami's return getting delayed?

Mohammed Shami is currently working hard to return to the Indian team as soon as possible. There were speculations that he would play in the Bangladesh Test series starting on 19 September. But according to the Indian Express report, the Indian selectors do not want to rush to bring him into the team. Shami is very important for the team. That is why the selectors want to see him fit for a long time.

This is the reason why they are now thinking of playing him in the New Zealand series starting from October 16 instead of Bangladesh in international cricket. However, before that on October 11, he can be seen playing the opening match for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy. This will also give an idea of ​​his match fitness.

Shami present in NCA

After Mohammed Shami's injury, he underwent surgery in February this year. After this, he spent some time at home. Now he is doing rehab at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bangalore. While staying at NCA, he has worked a lot on his fitness and the management is also very satisfied with it. But keeping in mind Shami's age and his previous injury, the workload is being managed. When Jasprit Bumrah was also injured, he was also brought into the team after rehab at NCA after about 1.5 years.