Kolkata
Indian pacer Mohammed Shami is all set to make a comeback in competitive cricket, representing Bengal in the Ranji Trophy Elite Group C match against Madhya Pradesh in Indore this Wednesday. This comes as a big boost for India as the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia approaches.
Shami will lead Bengal’s bowling attack, aiming to help the team climb up from their current fifth position on the points table, where they hold 8 points from 4 games. Bengal recently earned three points in their game against Karnataka, showing positive momentum.
After a year out due to injury, Shami is now fully fit. His last appearance for India was in the ODI World Cup final last November in Ahmedabad. Having taken 229 wickets in 64 Tests, Shami recently practiced in the Indian team nets, signaling his eagerness to return to form.
Last month, Shami expressed his excitement at playing domestic matches, confident in his recovery. Although not named in the five-Test squad for Australia, fans are hopeful he may join later if needed. Shami’s impressive World Cup run, where he claimed 24 wickets, and his past performances in Australia, underscore his potential impact on the upcoming series.
Shami’s presence in domestic games is expected to strengthen Bengal and prepare him for future international duties.
