Is Mohammed Shami international career over?

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Is Mohammed Shami international career over?: Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami was not included in the squad for the upcoming ODI series against Australia, raising serious questions about his international career.

According to a recent report in The Telegraph, the BCCI is no longer in the mood to include Shami in the Indian team.

Why Mohammed Shami was removed from the Indian team?

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The report states that Shami's return is now considered very difficult. The main reasons for this are:

• Age: Shami is now over 35 years old, making it difficult for him to make a comeback.
• Lack of domestic performance: His domestic cricket performance has been poor in recent times, which has not impressed the selectors.
• Lack of pace: A BCCI official said that Shami's bowling pace no longer has the edge it used to have.

Shami last played for India in March 2025 during the Champions Trophy. After that, he remained out of international cricket due to injuries and participated only in domestic matches.

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BCCI Official's Viewpoint on Shami

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A BCCI official gave a clear opinion on the matter, saying:

"It is becoming increasingly difficult for Shami to return to Team India at this time. He wasn't very effective in the Duleep Trophy matches either, with only a few good spells. Furthermore, he is getting older and his pace has lost its former sharpness. If Shami wants to continue playing in the IPL, he will need to participate regularly in domestic cricket."

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Hopes for a Ranji Trophy return

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Although there are disappointing reports about his return to the international team, Shami hasn't given up yet.

The report also states that Shami has expressed his desire to play for Bengal in this year's Ranji Trophy.

• Bengal's Ranji Trophy campaign begins on October 15 against Uttarakhand.
• Bengal head coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla confirmed, "I spoke to Shami about six or seven days ago. He expressed his desire to play. So, from our side, we are optimistic about his availability."

However, the Cricket Association of Bengal (CAB) has not yet made a final decision on his selection.

Shami's path forward (What Lies Ahead?)

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Even though reports indicate Shami's path to a return to Team India is difficult, his readiness to play for Bengal shows that he still doesn't want to leave the field.

His performance in the upcoming Ranji season will determine whether Is there still any door open for him in Indian cricket or will this prove to be his last chapter?

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