Mohammed Shami practising for India - (Source: AFP)On Tuesday, October 6, the BCCI released a 16-member India squad for upcoming T20Is vs New Zealand. The list marked the return of Bhuvneshwar Kumar to the Indian set-up after 4 years. While fans celebrated his inclusion, Mohammed Shami’s exclusion also became a talking point.In the past couple of years, Bhuvi has been doing brilliantly in the IPL, which earned him his return to India. Not just Bhuvi’s return, but the end of Ajit Agarkar’s tenure is another positive aspect for Shami, who won’t be wrong in hoping for a return as well.Mohammed Shami Addresses Possibility of India ReturnMeanwhile, Mohammed Shami, in the latest events, addressed the possibilities of his return to India and stated that it is not his loss if he is not playing for India.“Bhuvneshwar Kumar got the chance to play for India, and that’s good for him. But his selection doesn’t concern me. Wherever I get the chance to play, I will give my best. Right now, my focus is firmly on this Ranji match," Shami remarked speaking to RevSportz."The same thing has been happening with me for the last two or three years. I have been performing and have proved my fitness for Bengal. If I don’t get the chance to play for India again, it’s not my loss,” Shami added. ALSO READSitanshu Kotak Leaves Mohammed Shami's India Comeback Decision To BCCI SelectorsMohammed Shami’s Performance Since India OusterMohammed Shami’s last appearance came for India in the 2025 Champions Trophy, where he picked up 9 wickets in 5 innings, which included a five-wicket haul against Bangladesh. During that event, Shami also proved that he is a man for big events by picking up three scalps against Australia in the semis.Following the Champions Trophy, Shami played in IPL 2025, where he lacked rhythm. Shami had a brilliant Vijay Hazare Trophy, picking up 15 wickets in just 7 matches.It was followed by a stellar Ranji Trophy, picking up 37 wickets in 13 innings. The right-arm seamer silenced the critics who questioned his fitness. Despite doing well in domestic circuit, he is struggling to find a place in the Indian team.ALSO READBangladesh ODI Squad For Tri-Series vs Afghanistan, Zimbabwe Announced, Litton Das Returns
