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Mohammed Shami Targets India Comeback in Landmark Duleep Trophy Match
Mohammed Shami is a fast bowler who wants to play for India again.
He has not played for the national team since the 2025 Champions Trophy final.
Now he is preparing for his 100th first-class cricket match.
He will play for East Zone against South Zone in the Duleep Trophy final.
The match will begin in Chennai on Sunday.
His captain, Ishan Kishan, says Shami still works hard and wants to win.
Shami also helps Kishan with advice about leading the team.
Some people think his return to India may be difficult because selectors have not shown much interest.
Shami is being honored for reaching this important career milestone.
Mohammed Shami is set to play his 100th first-class match in the Duleep Trophy final.
East Zone will face South Zone in the final beginning in Chennai on Sunday.
Shami last played for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy final against New Zealand.
East Zone captain Ishan Kishan said Shami remains motivated to return to India’s squad.
The Cricket Association of Bengal felicitated Shami ahead of the landmark match.
- Who
- Mohammed Shami, East Zone captain Ishan Kishan, and South Zone.
- What
- Shami is preparing for his 100th first-class match in the Duleep Trophy final while pursuing an India comeback.
- Where
- The Duleep Trophy final will be played in Chennai.
- When
- The final begins on Sunday; Shami last played for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy final.
- Why
- Shami wants to keep performing domestically and regain a place in India’s squad.
Comeback Ambition
Skeptical Selection Outlook
Prospects of Returning to India
Comeback Ambition
Shami continues to show hunger, work ethic, and a desire to win in domestic cricket, according to Ishan Kishan.
Skeptical Selection Outlook
The article says Shami’s comeback chances appear remote because of what it describes as national selectors’ indifference toward him.
Key facts
- Landmark
- 100th first-class match for Mohammed Shami
- Competition
- Duleep Trophy final
- Teams
- East Zone versus South Zone
- Venue
- Chennai
- Last India appearance
- 2025 Champions Trophy final against New Zealand in Dubai
- Age
- 36
- Recognition
- The Cricket Association of Bengal felicitated Shami before the match
Quotes
Sourav Ganguly
Cricket Association of Bengal president congratulating Shami
“You know it is hard when you are not regularly playing for the Indian team, and to again have that same kind of motivation for your domestic games is tough. But he (Shami) has that hunger and motivation right now as he still wants to make that comeback. He wants to be a part of the Indian squad again, and you can see it in him.”
telegraphindia.com
“As a fast bowler in the subcontinent, it’s a remarkable achievement. I’ve seen you grow and played with you in the early stages of your career. I always knew there was talent, and I’m very happy that you used this talent to go this distance. It will be an icing on the cake if you win this Duleep final.”
telegraphindia.com
Sources
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