In the upcoming World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia, Ricky Ponting emphasized the crucial role Mohammed Shami must play to elevate his performance and help India secure victory.
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Predictably, Mohammad Shami, alongside Mohammed Siraj, will lead India’s seam attack in the absence of Jasprit Bumrah. With the match taking place at The Oval in London, where the conditions may not favor spinners like Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin, Shami is expected to spearhead India’s bowling lineup.
Ponting echoed similar sentiments regarding India’s bowling attack for the WTC final, highlighting Shami’s significance. The former Australian captain stressed that Shami needs to elevate his game and assume a lead role if India is to claim their first ICC title since the 2013 Champions Trophy.
Ricky Ponting’s view on Mohammad Shami
According to Ponting, Shami’s prowess is acknowledged by Australian batsmen, regardless of the circumstances – be it in Australia or India, with the new ball or the old ball. In the previous WTC final against New Zealand, Shami was supported by Bumrah and Ishant Sharma. However, this time, despite having the talented Mohammed Siraj alongside him, Shami will shoulder the responsibility of dismantling the Australian batting order comprising Travis Head, Steve Smith, Usman Khawaja, and Marnus Labuschagne.
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Mohammad Shami : IPL 2023
Shami showcased exceptional performance for the Gujarat Titans in the recently concluded 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL). His remarkable achievements earned him the prestigious ‘Purple Cap’ as the tournament’s highest wicket-taker. With an economy rate of 8.03 and an average of 18.64, Shami claimed an impressive 28 wickets throughout the season, with his best bowling figures standing at 4/1.
Mohammad Shami : 2023 Test-Matches
Although Shami has only participated in three Test matches in 2023, he has managed to secure nine wickets with an average of 28.22, including a notable bowling figure of 4/60 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia at home. His extensive workload of nearly 70 overs bowled in the four-match series highlights his endurance and commitment.
Ponting reiterated that the Australian team is well aware of Shami’s skill set and the threat he poses. Therefore, it is imperative that Shami rises to the occasion and takes charge to contribute significantly to India’s success in the WTC final.
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