Archive · 23 May 2025
Shami Faces England Test Snub Due to Fitness Concerns
Mohammed Shami may not be selected for the England Test series because the selectors are unsure if he can bowl long enough.
He has been playing in the IPL, but the medical team has concerns.
Arshdeep Singh could get his first Test call-up.
Anshul Kamboj is also a candidate.
The team will be announced soon.
There is a possibility of Shubman Gill replacing Rohit Sharma as full-time test captain.
Mohammed Shami is likely to be omitted from the Test squad for the England tour.
The BCCI medical team advised selectors that Shami isn't ready for long spells.
Arshdeep Singh may get his first Test call-up.
Anshul Kamboj is another candidate, having already been picked for India A.
The selection committee will announce the squad soon.
- Who
- Mohammed Shami, Arshdeep Singh, Anshul Kamboj
- What
- Possible omissions and selections for the Indian Test team
- When
- Upcoming Test series
- Where
- England
- Why
- Due to fitness and selection decisions
- Player
- Mohammed Shami
- Likely Outcome
- Omission from England Test squad
- Reason
- Unfitness for long spells
- Potential Replacement
- Arshdeep Singh
- Also Considered
- Anshul Kamboj
- Tour
- England Test series
Sources
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