Mohammad Shami would not join BGT Test team due to knee injury

Mohammad Shami ruled out of remaining Border-Gavaskar Trophy tests due to left knee inflammation. The BCCI emphasized controlled recovery for their return to the Test.

Shami sidelined with knee injury

Mohammad Shami has been ruled out of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy due to inflammation in his right knee. Shami would sit out the remaining two Test matches against Australia. The BCCI has confirmed the decision following Shami’s physical condition. Due to the bowling workload in recent tournaments, his left knee became swollen. His recovery is closely monitored by the BCCI center of excellence.

“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 to be considered for the remaining two tests. of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy”. the BCCI said in a statement.

The issue arose during Shami’s involvement in domestic cricket. He has bowled 43 overs in the Ranji Trophy and 9 overs in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy. Despite additional bowling sessions to regain match fitness, his left knee showed swelling, prompting caution.

Increased workload

The BCCI has explained that Shami’s workload has increased significantly following his prolonged recovery from a previous injury. The medical staff has extended their rest and controlled exposure to the intensity of the game.

Indian captain Rohit Sharma had earlier sought updates from the National Cricket Academy on Shami’s progress. The BCCI emphasized that Shami needs to strengthen gradually, ensuring that there are no setbacks in his fitness for future matches.

Border-Gavaskar Trophy

The Test series between India and Australia is tied 1-1. Both teams won singles matches and the Third Test played recently in Brisbane was declared a draw. Shami’s presence was much needed for the Indian team. According to the performance of the Indian bowlers was not up to the mark in the pink ball Test in Adelaide. Jasprit Bumrah was carrying out the pace attack single-handedly. The efforts of Mohammad Siraj and Harshit Rana were not aligned with Bumrah’s bowling prowess and India were struggling to take wickets from the Australian batsmen. And this led to Australia’s big win in the second Test.

India and Australia are gearing up for the Boxing Day Test starting on December 26. It will be interesting to see how the Indian pacers will dominate the Australian batsmen and secure their place in the WTC finals.

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