Archive · 6 Jan 2026
Shami's ODI Exclusion Sparks Selection Debate
Mohammed Shami, a fast bowler for India, has not been picked for the team's recent matches.
He did well in a big tournament called the 2025 Champions Trophy, where he took many wickets.
Since then, he hasn't played in the shorter formats of the game, which has made people wonder why he wasn't chosen.
Some think the team might be going in a different direction with their fast bowlers, but it's not clear why.
Mohammed Shami excluded from India's recent ODI and T20I squads.
Last played for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy, taking nine wickets.
Consistent performances in domestic cricket post-Champions Trophy.
Debate over selection criteria and the future of India's pace attack.
No official statement from the selection committee on Shami's exclusion.
- Who
- Mohammed Shami, Indian fast bowler
- What
- Exclusion from India's ODI squad
- When
- After the 2025 Champions Trophy
- Where
- India
- Why
- Unclear selection criteria and direction of India's pace attack
- Player
- Mohammed Shami
- Last International Appearance
- 2025 Champions Trophy
- Recent Performances
- Consistent in domestic cricket
- Wickets in 2025 Champions Trophy
- 9 wickets, including a five-wicket haul
- Current Squad Status
- Excluded from ODI and T20I squads
