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News1803-01-2026, 19:38

Bengal Coach Slams Agarkar for Shami Snub: 'Injustice, Shameful'

  • Bengal coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla criticized Ajit Agarkar-led BCCI selectors for dropping Mohammed Shami from India's New Zealand ODI squad.
  • Shukla called the decision 'injustice' and 'shameful,' highlighting Shami's dedication to domestic cricket.
  • Shami, a key player in the 2025 Champions Trophy, recently took 11 wickets in 5 matches and performed well against Assam.
  • Selectors chose Mohammed Siraj, Harshit Rana, Prasidh Krishna, and Arshdeep Singh as pace options, despite a spot being available.
  • Ajit Agarkar had previously cited Shami's lack of match fitness, but no press conference was held for this squad announcement.

Why It Matters: Bengal coach slams selectors for Mohammed Shami's exclusion despite his domestic commitment and form.

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