Indian veteran speedster Mohammed Shami is currently representing Bengal in the Ranji Trophy 2026-27 after getting snubbed from the national side for two years. After the BCCI included Bhuvneshwar Kumar in India's squad for the T20I series against New Zealand, there were speculations that Shami would also be included in India's squad for the ODI series or Test against the same opponent.

However, he was not included in the squad despite his outstanding domestic performance. After getting snubbed from the side, Shami said that he is focused on performing well and sharpening his skills.

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Shami also revealed that he stopped checking social media as the superstar speedster wants to invest his energy and time in practice sessions.

Mohammed Shami last international outing

Mohammed Shami's last international outing came in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025, where India defeated New Zealand in the final to clinch the title at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai. Shami picked up nine wickets in five outings of the marquee event.

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India's schedule against New Zealand

India are scheduled to play a five-match T20I series against New Zealand followed by the same number of ODIs and three Test matches. The series opener will take place on October 22.