Former Indian cricketer slams BCCI for ignoring Mohammed Shami

Former Indian cricketer slams BCCI for ignoring star Indian pacer Mohammed Shami. Find out more details and statement about the news.

Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary has criticized the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Tiwary slammed them for ignoring star Indian pacer Mohammed Shami as the selectors have not communicated with him.

Despite having a strong performance in domestic cricket, he still didn’t get the chance to play in the team. He also said that the selectors don’t trust him. However, he has been a great performer for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy. He was still not selected for the Test series against South Africa.

“There seems to be a lack of trust and understanding within the team circle. Mohammed Shami has taken wickets consistently for Bengal, but he wasn’t selected for Tests or even the ODIs in Australia,” he told India Today.

BCCI chief selector Ajit Agarkar dropped a big statement as he said he didn’t have a clear update on Mohammed Shami’s fitness during the test squad was announced against West Indies. However, Manoj Tiwari wasn’t satisfied with this answer.

He made a big statement that it’s the duty of the trainers, physios and team management to know a player’s exact fitness status and such confusion should not happen.

“Selectors said there was no fitness update. But whose job is that? Trainers and physios should provide updates. At least pick up the phone and ask the player,” he emphasised. “He is a senior player who has contributed for years—you can at least call him. That’s the responsibility of the coach and selection committee.”

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