Vikrant Shekhawat : Nov 14, 2024, 05:00 PM
Mohammed Shami News: The wait of Indian cricket fans is finally over, when Mohammed Shami returned to the cricket field after almost a year. After recovering from injury, Shami took part in the match between Bengal and Madhya Pradesh in the Ranji Trophy on 13 November. As soon as he returned to the field, he showed his old style and proved that he is still a strong pillar of the Indian bowling attack by performing brilliantly in the very first match.Shami's explosive performance in Ranji TrophyEveryone had questions about Shami's fitness and form regarding his return, but he surprised everyone with his performance at Holkar Stadium in Indore. Playing for Bengal, Shami bowled 19 overs in the first innings against Madhya Pradesh, taking 4 important wickets for just 54 runs. His economy rate was 2.84, which indicates his sharp bowling.During the match, a glimpse of Shami's old style and fast bowling was seen. He bowled out two batsmen including Madhya Pradesh captain Shubham Sharma. Thanks to his lethal bowling, Bengal bowled out Madhya Pradesh for 167 runs, who were out early despite being in a good starting position.Shami lived up to both fitness and formShami's last match was against Australia in the final of the ODI World Cup 2023 on 19 November. After that match, he had to be out of the team due to ankle injury and surgery. After the surgery, Shami also faced problems like knee swelling and side strain. Due to this his return was delayed and he was not included in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy team selected for the Australia tour.Playing in the Ranji Trophy, Shami bowled 19 overs, which shows his fitness and ability to bowl for a long period. By taking wickets, he also proved that the same edge is still intact in his bowling. This performance of Shami makes him a contender for the Australia tour, and it will be interesting to see what decision the head coach and selectors of the team take on this.Shami's future after returnWith his return, Shami has shown that he is a valuable player for the Indian team. Seeing Shami's fitness and form in this Ranji Trophy match, it seems that he is ready for big matches. Now his performance and fitness will be monitored in the coming matches. If Shami continues to perform well, he may soon be called for the Australia tour.This impressive comeback of Shami has caught the attention of not only his fans but also cricket experts. After his brilliant performance, the Indian team can again get his experience and skill as a great fast bowler.
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