‘Shouldn’t have closed door on Shami’: Ex-India coach questions Agarkar-led selectors
Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun has criticized the national selection committee for excluding veteran pacer Mohammed Shami. Despite Shami's strong domestic performance, selectors have favored younger players, leading to speculation about the end of his international career.
Why it matters
The debate reflects broader tensions in professional sports regarding the balance between investing in youth and utilizing experienced veteran talent.
Former India bowling coach Bharat Arun has questioned the way Mohammed Shami has been treated by the current selection committee led by Ajit Agarkar, insisting that the veteran pacer still has plenty to offer despite being out of the national setup.Shami has not played for India since the Champions Trophy campaign in March 2025, when India went on to win the tournament. Since then, the 36-year-old has remained outside the national team despite putting together a series of strong performances in domestic cricket.His continued absence has fuelled speculation that Shami's international career could be nearing its end.
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