Ahead of Champions Trophy, Shami says he had doubts if he would ever play for India again after injury
The Hindu
Mohammed Shami feared his international career was over after ankle injury, but unwavering passion led to successful comeback.
Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has revealed that following his ankle injury, there were moments when he feared his international career was over but his unwavering desire to play for the country again kept him going.
Shami suffered an ankle injury during the 2023 ODI World Cup final against Australia in November, which required surgery.
His recovery was further complicated by swelling in his left knee, as he was sidelined from international cricket for 14 months.
"From being in great form during the World Cup to suddenly finding myself on the operating table, from that form to being injured was really tough," Shami told the ICC.
"For the first two months I often doubted whether I would be able to play again as an injury like this followed by a 14-month break can pull you down," he added.
The 34-year-old, however, made a successful international comeback, playing in two T20Is and as many ODI matches against England earlier this month.
With Jasprit Bumrah injured, Shami will lead the Indian pace attack in the Champions Trophy.
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