Overview
- Speaking to reporters in Kolkata on Monday, Sourav Ganguly said he sees no reason Shami cannot play across formats for India.
- Shami, 35, was left out of India’s 15-member squad for the two home Tests against South Africa starting November 14 at Eden Gardens.
- Ganguly cited Shami’s current Ranji Trophy form for Bengal, including 15 wickets in three matches and a five-for at Eden Gardens, as evidence of fitness and rhythm.
- Shami last played a Test in June 2023 at The Oval, featured in the Champions Trophy 2025 final in ODIs, and appeared in T20Is in February 2025.
- The Ajit Agarkar-led panel has advanced other pacers in the pecking order, and Shami had earlier voiced disappointment over recent omissions.