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Mohammed Shami Bowls In Full Throttle, Eyes Comeback After India's Bengaluru Test Defeat

Mohammed Shami bowling in Bengaluru [Source: @CricSubhayan/X]Mohammed Shami bowling in Bengaluru [Source: @CricSubhayan/X]

In an encouraging news for team India, veteran pacer Mohammed Shami seems to have recovered from the ankle surgery and will likely make his international comeback soon. The experienced speedster was seen sweating it out at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru following India's disastrous defeat in the first Test against New Zealand. 

Mohammed Shami's Bowling Relieves India Before Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Chasing a meagre 107-run target, New Zealand went past the finish line early on day five of the Bengaluru Test, with Rachin Ravindra and Will Young forging a match-winning unbeaten stand for the third wicket. After the Blackcaps went one-nil up with the emphatic victory, Mohammed Shami was involved in an intense practice session at the venue. 

The seamer utilised the centre pitch, bowling several thunderbolts to India's assistant coach Abhishek Nayar. The southpaw padded up and faced Shami, who made him uncomfortable with his pace and immaculate line. 


How Can Shami's Return Boost Team India's Bowling Department?

Mohammed Shami played a pivotal role in powering India to the ODI World Cup final last year, scalping 24 wickets in seven matches. However, an unfortunate ankle injury sidelined him from India's subsequent assignments. Although he underwent surgical treatment, the fast bowler's delayed recovery made him unavailable for the home series against Bangladesh and New Zealand. 

With Mohammed Siraj blowing hot and cold, India have been pretty much dependent on Jasprit Bumrah to spearhead their fast bowling. The next two matches against New Zealand and the Australia series are significantly important to keep India alive in the WTC final race, considering they lost the first Test in Bengaluru. In such a scenario, they must be hopeful of Shami's speedy recovery, as he can be their go-to man alongside Bumrah on Aussie soil.