Mohammed Shami, one of India’s premier fast bowlers, has been out of action since the conclusion of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah recently provided a crucial fitness update on Shami, along with young pacer Mayank Yadav.
Shami has been sidelined since India’s loss to Australia in the ICC ODI World Cup final in 2023. Despite playing with an ankle injury during the tournament, Shami emerged as the highest wicket-taker. Following the World Cup, the 33-year-old underwent surgery in London in February 2024, aiming to make a comeback through domestic cricket. Shami expressed his desire to play some matches for Bengal before returning to the international arena.
On the other hand, Mayank Yadav, a promising young fast bowler, caught the attention of fans with his performances in the IPL 2024. However, a recurring abdominal muscle tear injury has kept him out of action. Mayank complained of abdominal pain during a match for Lucknow Super Giants and later suffered a tear that ruled him out for the rest of the IPL season.
In a recent update, Jay Shah mentioned that Mayank is currently rehabilitating at the National Cricket Academy (NCA). While there is uncertainty about his place in the Indian team, Shah emphasized the potential they see in him for the future. Shah also highlighted the importance of Shami’s experience for the upcoming series against Australia, indicating that the veteran speedster will be needed in the squad.
With Shami looking to make his comeback through domestic cricket and Mayank focusing on his recovery at the NCA, Indian cricket fans are hopeful to see both pacers back in action soon. The updates provided by Jay Shah give a glimpse into the current status of these players and the plans for their return to international cricket.
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In conclusion, the path to recovery for Mohammed Shami and Mayank Yadav is underway, with fans eagerly waiting for their return to the cricket field. The updates provided by Jay Shah offer insight into the efforts being made to ensure the fitness and readiness of these talented bowlers for future challenges on the international stage.
