Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami has been absent from the cricket scene since the 2023 Cricket World Cup due to a heel injury. Despite being the top wicket-taker in the tournament, he missed the South Africa tour and will also sit out the Afghanistan T20I series. Reports were suggesting he might even miss the first two Test matches against England. However, Shami has provided a tentative return date from his injury.
Mohammed Shami Revealed His Comeback Date
As per the Times of India, Shami said: “My rehabilitation is well on track, and the medical experts at NCA are happy with my progress. There is a slight stiffness in my ankle, but that’s fine. I have started my training sessions, and I believe I will be able to make a comeback in the England series. I am targeting the series for my return,”
Shami Hailed Jasprit Bumrah And Siraj
The Indian cricket team is all set to face England in a five-match Test series beginning on January 25. Despite not clinching their maiden Test series win in South Africa, the series concluded with a 1-1 draw. Shami praised fellow fast bowlers Mohammed Siraj and Jasprit Bumrah, expressing his belief that India boasts ‘one of the world’s best pace attacks.’ Speaking about the same, he said:
“We did well in the second Test (against South Africa). Everyone pitched in, and our bowling effort was brilliant. It was a brilliant comeback by India to level the series. Unfortunately, I missed it because of an injury, but I want to get back to competitive cricket as soon as possible. Hopefully, you can see me back in action against England.”
He added: “I can say with confidence that we are one of the world’s best pace attacks. You saw that during the ODI World Cup. In the South Africa series, Jasprit and Siraj bowled brilliantly in the second Test. All I can say is that our pace attack is good enough to challenge any team in the world,”
Mohammed Shami receiving Arjuna Award for his brilliance in Indian cricket.
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