The 35-year-old pacer’s omission from the ODI squad for the Australia series came as a surprise, especially after his role in India’s Champions Trophy-winning campaign. Notably, the selectors’ decision to back younger bowlers over the experienced pacer has sparked a verbal spat between Shami and Agarkar.
After the day’s play in Kolkata, Shami responded to questions about Ajit Agarkar’s remarks on his fitness. Speaking to reporters, Shami dismissed the concerns, saying, “Let him say whatever he wants.”
Before the Ranji Trophy opener, Shami represented East Zone in the 2025 Duleep Trophy clash against North Zone. He took 1 wicket for 100 runs in the first innings and went wicketless, conceding 36 runs, in the second innings.
If Shami Were Here, I Would Give Him an Answer - Ajit Agarkar
“If Shami were here, I would give him an answer. If he is fit, why wouldn’t we have a bowler like Shami?”
Shami is working hard to regain his peak form after multiple knee injuries, but India may have decided to move on from him. The pacer felt he was not being told the truth for his omission from the upcoming Australia series, set to begin on Sunday in Perth.
How Has Mohammed Shami Performed Since His Comeback from Injury?
The 35-year-old has played two T20Is and seven ODIs since his comeback, taking 14 wickets at an average of 27.64 with an economy rate of 6.20. He later featured in the Champions Trophy campaign in the UAE as the team’s sole specialist seamer in the playing XI.
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