After missing out on the 2025 Asia Cup squad, senior India pacer Mohammad Shami entertained fans by bowling leg-spin in the nets as he geared up for his return in the upcoming Duleep Trophy, starting August 28.
Highlights:
- Shami missed out on both India’s 15-member Asia Cup squad and the standby list.
- He posted a video bowling leg-spin in the nets on Instagram.
- Later, he switched back to his trademark pace bowling.
- Shami will represent East Zone in the 2025 Duleep Trophy.
- Injuries have kept him out of international action, but he aims to regain fitness and form.
Veteran Indian pacer Mohammad Shami is making headlines again, this time not for his fiery pace but for trying his hand at leg-spin. Days after being left out of the 2025 Asia Cup squad announced on August 19, Shami hit the nets to prepare for the upcoming Duleep Trophy, where he has been named in the East Zone squad.
Shami posted a video on Instagram from his net session. To the surprise of fans, he tried out a few leg-spin deliveries, giving a fun twist to his practice. But soon, the 33-year-old shifted back to his trademark pace bowling, working on his rhythm and accuracy.
Shami has been battling injuries and fitness concerns, which have kept him away from international cricket for some time. With the Duleep Trophy scheduled to begin on August 28, the pacer is determined to use the tournament as a platform to regain his form and push for a comeback into the Indian team.
Fans are excited to see Shami back on the field, hoping his hard work translates into strong performances and a return to India’s pace attack in the near future.
