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Mohammed Shami "Not Needed": Veteran Pacer's England T20Is Absence Explained

The Indian cricketing fraternity rejoiced as Mohammed Shami marked his return to the national team after an absence of over 400 days. However, Shami has only been warming the bench since the start of the series, with Arshdeep Singh being preferred as the sole specialist pacer in the playing XI. Despite the stature that Shami holds, the team management has kept him away from selection, much to the surprise of the Indian cricketing spectrum. However, a report has now explained why Shami hasn't been given a single game yet in the series.

"Strange Team Selection": Ex-India Star's Blunt Verdict On Shubman Gill-Led 18-Member Squad For England Test Series

Former India batsman Sanjay Manjrekar on Saturday described India's 18-strong Test squad for the tour of England as "strange" but asked for a patient approach towards newly-appointed Test captain Shubman Gill. India will play five Tests against England starting June 20, and batting star Gill has been handed the responsibility to steer the team during a "massive transition" phase following the retirement of top stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. "Strange team selection overall. But India go to England with nothing to lose. It's a team in transition so we can only wish it the very best & yes, be patient when it comes to returns on investment.#indianteam," Manjrekar, a former batter, wrote on his 'X' handle without explaining the reasons for his observation.

Jasprit Bumrah "Unavailable For...": BCCI's Scary Update On Pacer For England Tour

Indian cricket team fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah will not be available for all five Tests in the upcoming series against England, BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar said on Saturday. BCCI announced the squad for the upcoming series with Shubman Gill becoming the new captain and Rishabh Pant being appointed his deputy. During the press conference, Agarkar said that Bumrah will not playing all the matches due to his fitness concerns. "Don't think he'll be available for all five Tests. Whether it's four or three, we'll see based on how the series goes and his workload is. Even if he's fit for 3-4 Tests, he'll be an asset for us. Just happy he's part of the squad. He's more important to us a player,” Agarkar said.

Mohammed Shami Snubbed For England Tests. BCCI Sends Clear Message - "Not Fully..."

Shubman Gill was on Saturday appointed India's new Test captain while Rishabh Pant was named his deputy, starting with the five-match series in England. The selectors decision on the team's leadership was on expected lines following the retirement of Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Young left-hander B Sai Sudharsan earned his maiden Test call-up. The squad also features Karun Nair, who returns to the national set up up after seven years. A notable exclusion was pacer Mohammed Shami, who was deemed not fit enough for the long series. "Last year or so we have looked at Shubman (for leadership). We are hopeful he is the guy who is going (to take the team forward). It is a high pressure job but he is a terrific player. We wish him all the best," said chief selector Ajit Agarkar after announcing the squad.

BCCI Breaks Silence On Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "Reached Out Early..."

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) shed light on star batter Virat Kohli's sudden decision to retirement from Test cricket. Kohli delivered the shocking news earlier this month, days after India captain Rohit Sharma also announced his Test retirement. On Saturday, chairman of the selection committee, Ajit Agarkar, addressed a press conference before announcing India's squad for the upcoming Test tour of England. During the presser, Agarkar revealed that Kohli reached out to the BCCI in early April, having already made up his mind to retire from the format.

Jasprit Bumrah Delivers Bad News To BCCI Ahead Of England Tests Squad Selection: 'Body Can't...' - Report

Star India pacer Jasprit Bumrah is unlikely to be available for the entirety of the upcoming England tour, according to a report. India will play a five-match Test series against England, starting June 20, and the BCCI is likely to announce the squad on Saturday, May 24. Following the retirements of stalwarts Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli, majority of players who were part of the Australia tour are set to retain their spots. However, a couple of new faces will be travelling to England as part of the senior squad.

Ravi Shastri Urges BCCI Selectors To Consider In-Form IPL Star For England Tests

Former head coach Ravi Shastri sees young Sai Sudharsan an all-format batter, who deserves to be in the India side for the Test series against England later this year. India will start the new World Test Championship cycle (2025-2027) with an away five-Test series in England with all eyes on the squad selection following their 0-3 loss to New Zealand at home and a 1-3 defeat against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar Tests. Shastri says Sudharsan, currently second on the list of highest IPL run-getters so far this season with 456 runs for Gujarat Titans, is a classy left-hander who will do well in English conditions given his technique and his county stint.

Watch: Kavya Maran Loses Her Cool As Harshal Patel Drops Sitter, Social Media Stunned

Sunrisers Hyderabad owner Kavya Maran truly wears emotions on her sleeve. Often present in the stands to cheer her team, Maran hasn't had a lot to celebrate in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season, with the franchise only recording 2 wins in 7 matches so far. In the match against Chennai Super Kings (CSK) on Friday, Maran looked in an angry avatar as SRH star Harshal Patel dropped an easy catch of Ravindra Jadeja. Maran, sitting in the stands, seemingly yelled at Harshal for costing the team a big wicket.

IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans SWOT Analysis And Strongest Playing XI

Shubman Gill faces captaincy litmus test as Gujarat Titans bid to return to the playoffs for the first time under his leadership. After back-to-back runs to final in their first two seasons under the leadership of Hardik Pandya, including the title-winning campaign in 2022, GT received a reality check under a young captain in Gill, finishing 8th last season. Despite Jos Buttler also part of the franchise for IPL 2025, GT made it clear they are looking into the future with Gill, who has been touted as the next big thing in world cricket.

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Mohammed Shami "Not Needed": Veteran Pacer's England T20Is Absence Explained

"Strange Team Selection": Ex-India Star's Blunt Verdict On Shubman Gill-Led 18-Member Squad For England Test Series

Jasprit Bumrah "Unavailable For...": BCCI's Scary Update On Pacer For England Tour

Mohammed Shami Snubbed For England Tests. BCCI Sends Clear Message - "Not Fully..."

BCCI Breaks Silence On Virat Kohli's Test Retirement: "Reached Out Early..."

Jasprit Bumrah Delivers Bad News To BCCI Ahead Of England Tests Squad Selection: 'Body Can't...' - Report

Ravi Shastri Urges BCCI Selectors To Consider In-Form IPL Star For England Tests

Watch: Kavya Maran Loses Her Cool As Harshal Patel Drops Sitter, Social Media Stunned

IPL 2025: Gujarat Titans SWOT Analysis And Strongest Playing XI