Current Status of Mohammed Shami’s Fitness
India’s leading fast bowler, Mohammed Shami, has been under scrutiny due to concerns over his fitness. The recent update suggests that despite being troubled by a knee issue, Shami has been practicing with great enthusiasm. This development has sparked hopes that he may be able to participate in the second T20 match against England, scheduled to take place on 25 January at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
Practice Session Details
According to recent reports, Mohammed Shami underwent an intense training session on Friday under the watchful eyes of Team India’s bowling coach, Morne Morkel. The session began with Shami running in the field, followed by ball-throwing practice supervised by Fielding Coach T Dileep. He then proceeded to practice his bowling run-up, starting with a short run-up and gradually moving on to a full run-up. Shami’s bowling pace appeared to be satisfactory, and he also sought advice from bowling coach Morne Morkel and head coach Gautam Gambhir during the session.
Recovery and Preparation
It is worth noting that Mohammed Shami had been struggling with a knee inflammation problem prior to the series against England. However, after the first T20 match, reports emerged suggesting that Shami was excluded from the playing XI due to a hamstring stretch. Despite these setbacks, Shami’s dedication to recovery and preparation is evident, as he was seen practicing batting with Nitish Reddy during the training session. As the second T20 match approaches, fans and the team alike will be keeping a close eye on Shami’s fitness and potential participation.