Shami Snub Sparks Fury: Coach Slams Agarkar Over ODI Exclusion

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News18•04-01-2026, 11:06
Shami Snub Sparks Fury: Coach Slams Agarkar Over ODI Exclusion
- •Mohammed Shami's personal coach criticized the selection committee and Ajit Agarkar for his 10-month ODI absence.
- •Shami was overlooked despite taking 47 wickets in 16 domestic games this season, including 11 in Vijay Hazare Trophy.
- •Selectors chose Mohammed Siraj, Arshdeep Singh, Harshit Rana, and Prasidh Krishna as preferred fast bowlers.
- •Bengal head coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla also expressed displeasure, calling it an "injustice" to Shami.
- •Coaches questioned what more Shami needs to do to earn a recall to the Indian team.
Why It Matters: Shami's consistent domestic form isn't enough for ODI selection, sparking outrage from his coaches.
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