As per Report, Mohammed Shami likely to make ODI comeback vs England, in contention for a spot in Champions Trophy
Senior India pacer Mohammed Shami is on track for a highly anticipated return to the national team for the upcoming white-ball series against England and potentially the 2024 Champions Trophy. Shami has been sidelined since the 2023 World Cup final due to surgery on his right heel but has recently resumed playing white-ball cricket.
His return depends on clearance from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the National Cricket Academy (NCA), but reports indicate he is close to full fitness. Shami’s recovery has been closely monitored by NCA medical staff, who have ensured he follows a rigorous rehabilitation process. Although a brief knee swelling delayed his participation in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, his recent performances in domestic tournaments have been promising.
Shami’s upcoming appearance in the Vijay Hazare Trophy pre-quarterfinal against Haryana will be crucial, with selectors likely in attendance to assess his readiness. Meanwhile, pacer Akash Deep, who missed the fifth Test against Australia due to back pain, is expected to remain sidelined for at least a month and will report to the NCA for further rehabilitation. If Shami performs well, he could secure a spot in India’s squad for both the England series and the Champions Trophy later this year.