Just days before India embarks on their highly-anticipated tour of Australia, captain Rohit Sharma dropped a bombshell regarding the fitness of veteran pacer Mohammed Shami. In a shocking turn of events, Rohit revealed that Shami is not yet fully fit and might miss the crucial tour down under.
Speaking to the media in Bengaluru, Rohit expressed his concerns over Shami's current fitness levels and hinted that the team management is not willing to take any risks with the pacer's injury. "We don't want to take him undercooked," Rohit said.
Shami, who has been a vital cog in India's fast-bowling unit, has been struggling with a knee injury. The management is keen to ensure that the pacer is 100 percent fit before throwing him into the lion's den. With Australia's fast-paced wickets expected to be a challenge for the Indians, Shami's absence could be a significant blow to the team's chances.
Rohit's comments have sparked concerns among Indian fans, who were hoping to see Shami in action against the Aussies. The team's bowling unit, already a cause for concern, might be further weakened by Shami's potential absence.
The Indian team management has been dealing with injuries to its key players, and Shami's situation is just the latest in a long list of worries. With the Australia tour just around the corner, the selectors will need to make some tough decisions to ensure that the team is well-equipped to take on the challenge.
One thing is certain, though: India will need to find a way to fill the void left by Shami's potential absence. The team's bench strength will be put to the test, and it remains to be seen how the management responds to this latest setback.
As the Indian team prepares to face off against Australia, fans can only hope that the injury bug doesn't bite too hard. With Shami's fitness hanging in the balance, the team's chances of success in Australia have taken a significant hit.