Arshdeep Singh on Mohammed Shami: Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami had to wait longer to return to international cricket. He was not included in India’s playing XI for the first T20I match against England at Eden Gardens in Kolkata.
Team India defeated England by 7 wickets in the first T20I and took a 1-0 lead in the series. After Shami was not selected for the match, speculations arose about his fitness. In response, young fast bowler Arshdeep Singh provided an update on Shami’s condition.
Arshdeep Singh Gives an Update on Mohammed Shami’s Fitness
Star pacer Arshdeep Singh has assured fans that there is no need to worry about Mohammed Shami’s fitness. According to Arshdeep, the 33-year-old is fit and bowling as sharp as ever.
Arshdeep Praises Shami’s Bowling
Arshdeep praised Shami during a post-match interview with Jio Cinema. He shared, “When I saw Shami bhai bowling yesterday, the way the ball was coming out of his hand was amazing. It was like watching the 22-year-old Shami bowl again. Just wait a few more days, and you will see him in action and enjoy his bowling.”
Arshdeep Singh just confirmed in the post match interview that Mohammed Shami is fully fit and will play in the coming games. Relieved. pic.twitter.com/KF0RoMEcYq
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) January 22, 2025
Arshdeep Shines in Shami’s Absence
Arshdeep performed brilliantly in the absence of Shami during the first T20I against England. With this performance, he became India’s highest wicket-taker in T20 Internationals.
𝙈𝙞𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙐𝙣𝙡𝙤𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙙 🔓
Say hello 👋 to #TeamIndia‘s leading wicket-taker in Men’s T20Is 🔝
Well done, Arshdeep Singh 🙌 🙌
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Shami Seen Bowling in Nets
Mohammed Shami was seen bowling in the nets before the first match against England, targeting the stumps with precision. However, he was not included in the playing XI, which surprised fans and experts. Shami, who last played for India in the ODI World Cup 2023, was also seen with a bandage on his leg during practice sessions.