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Shami Declares Himself Fit After Australia Snub as Ashwin Presses Rohit and Kohli to Show ODI Commitment

Selectors are stressing recent match practice and domestic appearances as they reshape India’s one‑day plans toward 2027.

Overview

  • Mohammed Shami, left out of India’s ODI and T20 squads for the Australia tour starting October 19, said he is training and has no fitness issues, while Ajit Agarkar cited insufficient recent game time for his non-selection.
  • Agarkar reiterated that centrally contracted players are expected to turn out in domestic competitions when available to remain in contention.
  • Ravichandran Ashwin urged Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play India A fixtures or the Vijay Hazare Trophy to regain rhythm and signal commitment to the 2027 World Cup plans.
  • Aakash Chopra and a BCCI official suggested Shami’s return looks unlikely unless he produces exceptional form in domestic cricket or the IPL.
  • Ashwin called Harshit Rana’s pick for the Australia tour questionable but asked fans to avoid trolling, noting selectors may see qualities up close that justify backing him.