“Mohammed Shami not deemed fit for the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25”: BCCI
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has revealed that Mohammed Shami is not fit to play the remaining two Tests against Australia. Although he has recovered from his ankle issue, the speedster has a swelling om his left knee due to increase workload. It is on the expected lines.
“The BCCI Medical Team at the Centre of Excellence has been working closely with Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami on his recovery and rehabilitation after his right heel surgery. Shami has completely recovered from this heel problem,”
Shami bowled 43 overs in the Ranji Trophy match for Bengal against Madhya Pradesh in November. Following this, he played in all nine games of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), where he also engaged in additional bowling sessions on the sidelines to build his bowling volume in order to get ready for the Test matches,” the BCCI said in its press release.
“However, his left knee has exhibited minor swelling due to increased joint loading from his bowling workload. The swelling is on the expected lines, owing to the increased bowling after a prolonged period.
Based on the current medical assessment, the BCCI Medical Team has determined that his knee requires more time for controlled exposure to bowling loads. Consequently, he has not been deemed fit for consideration for the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy.
Shami will continue to undergo targeted strength and conditioning work under the guidance of the medical staff at BCCI’s Centre of Excellence and build his bowling loads needed to meet the demands of the longest format of the game. His participation in the Vijay Hazare Trophy will depend on the progress of his knee.”
Shami last played for India during the 2023 ODI World Cup. Team India captain Rohit Sharma is facing questions about Shami’s fitness in Australia and hhe veteran recently urged the journalists to speak to the NCA for a clear picture.
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