The audacious batting display of Mohammed Shami spices up nets and adds a twist to India vs. England prep
While fans are eagerly waiting for the return of Shami to the Test arena in the India vs. England series, the Indian speedster has been turning heads with a different set of skills in his batting. Taking to social media, Shami unleashed a flurry of shots in the nets, leaving everyone impressed with his audacious flicks, drives, lofted hits, and the ‘pièce de résistance’, a remarkable reverse sweep.
This glimpse of Mohammed Shami's batting prowess sent ripples across the cricketing world. It’s no secret that he’s no slouch with the willow, having amassed a decent 750 runs in 64 Tests, including two memorable half-centuries in England. He’s also been known to stitch together crucial partnerships that have turned the tide of matches.
Fans were quick to applaud Mohammed Shami's dedication to honing his all-round skills, with his Instagram post caption, “Hard work always pays off, whatever you do,” resonating deeply. This dedication is even more commendable considering he’s currently recovering from an ankle injury, missing the first two Tests of the upcoming India-England series. Pacer will be hopeful to join the India squad for the remaining three matches.
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However, the reverse sweep video has only fueled the anticipation for Shami’s return, with hopes that he’ll be fit to grace the field in the remaining India vs. England matches. Seeing him unleash his batting flair alongside his fiery bowling spells would be a treat for any cricket fan.