The BCCI has confirmed that fast bowler Mohammed Shami will not take any part in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, due to a left knee swelling picked up during his comeback bid.
Shami hasn't played for India in over a year, his last international game being the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia on November 19.
A BCCI press release clarified that Shami had completely recovered from his left heel injury, and consequently participated in nine matches of the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2024, also sending down 43 overs in a Ranji Trophy match in November. However, during this period, there was a minor swelling observed in his left knee, which according to the update, is on expected lines.
"Based on the current medical assessment, the BCCI Medical Team has determined that his knee requires more time for controlled exposure to bowling loads. Consequently, he has not been deemed fit for consideration for the remaining two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy," read a statement from the BCCI.
