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Shami Turns to Ranji as India Enforces Domestic-Form Push Under Gill’s ODI Captaincy

The selection panel is linking 2027 World Cup consideration to domestic match evidence.

Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja in action for the Indian Test team.
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Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja | Image: ICC
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Overview

  • Mohammed Shami, omitted from the Australia tour, will play for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy opener on October 15 to push for a recall.
  • Shami publicly backed Shubman Gill’s appointment as ODI captain, urging fans to accept the board’s decision.
  • Chief selector Ajit Agarkar has reiterated that centrally contracted players are expected to turn out in domestic competitions when available as part of long-term planning.
  • Ravichandran Ashwin urged Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli to play India A fixtures or the Vijay Hazare Trophy to demonstrate commitment and regain 50‑over rhythm.
  • Gill said Rohit and Kohli are “definitely in the mix” for 2027, as external critiques such as Steve Harmison’s comments highlighted the scrutiny on Agarkar’s approach.