Mohammed Shami Sidelined From Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Prachi Kapruwan

The Indian pacer Mohammed Shami will no longer be considered for the remaining Border-Gavaskar Trophy Tests due to swelling on his left knee

Mohammed Shami | Image Source - Social Media

The BCCI released statements on Shami's fitness after the Indian skipper Rohit Sharma called for some update on Shami at the end of the Gabba Test

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The BCCI said,

"Shami bowled 43 overs in the Ranji Trophy match for Bengal against Madhya Pradesh in November. Following this, he played in all nine games of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, where he also engaged in additional bowling sessions on the sidelines to build his volume in order to get ready for the Test matches."
Mohammed Shami | Image Source - Social Media
"However, his left knee has exhibited minor swelling due to increased joint loading from his bowling workload. The swelling is on the expected lines, owing to the increased bowling after a prolonged period."
Mohammed Shami | Image Source - Social Media
"Based on the current medical assessment, the BCCI medical team has determined that his knee requires more time for controlled exposure to bowling loads. Consequently, he has not been deemed fit for consideration for the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy."
Mohammed Shami | Image Source - Social Media

In November he participated in the Ranji Trophy for Bengal against Madhya Pradesh, delivering 43 overs, and further he featured in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT)

Mohammed Shami in Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy | Image Source - Social Media

Shami has not played for India since the ODI World Cup 2023, after which he underwent surgery in February

Mohammed Shami in 2023 ODI World Cup | Image Source - Social Media

The BCCI said that he had completely recovered from that injury

Mohammed Shami | Image Source - Social Media

Recently he has not been included in the Bengal's squad for the first game of the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy, and he will be able to participate after he recovers from his knee injury

Mohammed Shami | Image Source - Social Media
Mohammed Shami | Image Source - Social Media