Whenever the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and the selectors announce the teams for the upcoming international series, it is natural that new discussions start in the cricket circles. Recently, when fast bowler Bhuvneshwar Kumar was re-inducted into the Indian team after a long gap, the market of speculations about the future of another experienced fast bowler Mohammed Shami also became heated. This question is constantly arising in the minds of cricket lovers whether the doors of Team India are now completely closed for Mohammed Shami, who has been performing brilliantly in domestic cricket, or can the selectors call him back as a surprise package during the upcoming New Zealand series? Experts and former cricketers believe that the way the selection committee has started looking at senior players again, giving priority to experience, it clearly indicates that the usefulness of a world-class bowler like Shami for the team has not yet ended. Although the selection process and fitness standards have their own strict rules, the players' recent performance on the field has always been the biggest guide to their comeback. #1 Mohammed Shami's performance is continuously shining in domestic cricket and Ranji Trophy. The kind of fighting attitude and performance that fast bowler Mohammed Shami has shown in domestic cricket for some time is enough to attract the attention of the selectors. While playing for Bengal in Ranji Trophy and other domestic competitions, Shami has completely proved his match fitness and bowling edge. By taking five wickets in the Ranji match against Delhi, he showed that his control over both the red and white balls is equally lethal even today. Despite this, his recent statements on not being selected in the national team definitely reflected that there is a pang in the minds of the players due to being out for a long time, but their entire focus is only on their game and on giving 100 percent on the field. Cricket pundits believe that the selectors may be working on a policy of giving opportunities to young players, but when it comes to ICC or big bilateral series, there is no substitute for experience. #1 Support of legends like Ravichandran Ashwin: Can I get a chance in the New Zealand series? Former Indian team spinner Ravichandran Ashwin has also supported in a recent discussion that the return of Bhuvneshwar Kumar is proof that the doors of selectors are not completely closed for senior and experienced players. If Bhuvneshwar can make a comeback in the team, then Mohammed Shami, who has consistently performed well, also cannot be ignored. In the coming days, it is believed that there will be a discussion once again on the team combination for the upcoming ODI series between India and New Zealand. The Indian team management and coaching staff understand well how much having an experienced fast bowler along with Jasprit Bumrah strengthens the bowling attack on overseas tours or on challenging pitches. In such a situation, the possibility of Shami's name being considered for the upcoming ODI matches and the remaining legs of the series cannot be ruled out. #1 Fitness and team balance: Will the selection committee make a big difference? The biggest condition behind any player's comeback is his 100 percent match fitness. The selection committee and NCA trainers constantly keep a close eye on the workload and fitness data of the players. Mohammed Shami has bowled long spells in domestic cricket to prove his fitness, which indicates that he is fully prepared to handle the pressure of international cricket. If Team India management feels that there is a lack of experience in the bench strength, then the return of these experienced bowlers can be played in the important matches of the upcoming series against New Zealand. The eyes of cricket lovers are now completely focused on the upcoming selection meetings and the official squad announcement, where it will become clear whether these legends will really return to the field in the blue jersey or not.
