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Pacer Mohammed Shami's recent bowling form has put him back in contention for selection. His strong performances in the Ranji Trophy have silenced doubts about his fitness. This follows a public disagreement with selection committee chairman Ajit Agarkar. Shami's wickets have sent a clear message to selectors ahead of the South Africa tour.

Former England bowler Steve Harmison has declared Virat Kohli the greatest cricketer of the last three decades, placing him above Sachin Tendulkar. Harmison cited Kohli's resilience under scrutiny and adaptability to modern cricket's demands as key factors. He also supported Kohli and Rohit Sharma against calls to play domestic cricket.

Former India cricketer Aakash Chopra expressed skepticism regarding Mohammed Shami's return to the national team, citing his lack of recent match practice. While acknowledging Shami's talent, Chopra noted he has fallen behind in the fast-bowling race. Chief selector Ajit Agarkar also emphasized the need for game time. Strong domestic or IPL performances are crucial for Shami's comeback chances.

Shubman Gill, a 26-year-old cricketer, is now India's ODI captain. He also leads in Tests and is vice-captain in T20Is. This comes with a demanding schedule and significant brand endorsements. Gill faces a challenging path ahead, balancing team dynamics and his own performance. Experts express concerns about potential burnout due to the intense workload and rapid rise.

Mohammed Kaif criticises India’s selectors for removing Rohit Sharma as ODI captain and accuses Ajit Agarkar of pressurising Shubman Gill into taking over prematurely. Kaif warns that the sudden responsibilities may affect Gill’s batting and urges patience ahead of the 2027 World Cup.