Senior India fast bowler Mohammed Shami says that the team’s performance of the “net” bowlers in the historic win in Australia has shown that the transition will be smooth when the current attack goes off at sunset. The speed post of Shami, Ishant Sharma, Jaspreet Bumrah and Umesh Yadav is arguably India’s best team, which plays a key role in the team’s success overseas. However, none of them were available when India incited Gabba to win their second consecutive Test series Down Under.
Someone like Mohammed Siraj became the leader of the attack in his first series and injuries meant that net bowlers like Shardul Thakur, T Natarajan and Washington Sundar got unexpected opportunities which he grabbed with both hands.
Shami said, “When our time comes (to retire), the youth will be ready to take the weight off us. The better they play, I think the transition will be smooth whenever we are with the game.” Adelaide dropped out of the series after the Test due to a wrist injury.
“Even if a big name retires, the team will not suffer a loss. The bench is ready. Experience is always required and the youngsters will be in due time.”
“The tendency to carry net bowlers in a bubble environment helped them in a big way and gave them valuable performances,” he said.
Barring Karthik Tyagi, all bowlers who were part of India’s Jumbo Squad in Australia had to play in exceptional circumstances with Shami, Bumrah and Umesh injured during the series and Ishant’s absence.
Asked what most impressed him about the likes of Siraj and Thakur, Shami said: Whoever comes to an open mind, talks openly and is very confident. They are ready to bowl with the new ball or the old ball. The way he performed in Australia reflects his character.
“It is a huge achievement to beat Australia once in Australia, we were able to do it twice, that too without any senior bowlers. It showed that we can trust the youth.”
Shami said that the success of the current group boils down to the bliss found in each other’s success.
Giving his own example, Shami said that while he was making his debut, Ishant had helped him a lot and had taught him to share his knowledge with the youngsters on his team.
The highly skilled Shami also highlighted his relationship with Ishant, who played his 100th Test during the home series against England.
“What I say about him. He is the best guy around. Doesn’t make you realize that he has played twice the match you played. When I came, he had already played about 50 games. Was.
“He has never behaved like a senior since that day. He loves to mingle and laugh. His behavior has taught me how to treat a youngster.”
“When a young man joins, it’s important that an established player talk to him about everything under the sun. It boosts his confidence. If you have someone like Ishant, I don’t think you will be in the long run. Can feel it. “
Shami said that while talking more about Bandhan, he said: “It’s a game of confidence and how you can execute plans. We have different skills, Ishant, Jassi and me and we can see each other Reminds them of their respective skills and stays with them. “
“We are pushed by each other when we are tired. This fast bowling group is just amazing. The last four five years with them have been really special. We have enjoyed each other’s success and it has That is something you should learn from the Indian team. ” There are no talks behind the scenes. “
Shami broke his wrists while batting in Australia, but since 2014 he has not made any major fitness issues by changing his region post.
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With IPL and a busy international season, Shami is focusing on getting fitter as a cricketer.
Shami said, “The skill stays with you so I just try to improve my fitness. The training program has changed drastically since 2014 and the way I have changed my eating habits (someone And not biryani) is also a great achievement. “
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