Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami has taken to social media to refute rumors surrounding his participation in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar series against Australia. Shami, who has been sidelined since the 2023 ODI World Cup due to a knee injury, expressed frustration over reports claiming his unavailability for the crucial series.
In a strongly worded message on X, formerly known as Twitter, Shami wrote, “Why these type of baseless rumors? I’m working hard and trying my level best to recover. Neither the BCCI nor me have mentioned that I am out of the Border Gavaskar series. I request the public to stop paying attention to such news from unofficial sources. Please stop and don’t spread such fake fake fake & fake news, especially without my statement.”
Shami’s statement clearly emphasizes his commitment to returning to the national team. He is currently focusing on his rehabilitation and aiming to regain full fitness in time for the series. With the Border-Gavaskar series being a major event in the cricketing calendar, Shami’s presence will be crucial for India’s success.
This incident highlights the importance of verifying information before spreading it, especially when it concerns the careers of athletes. Shami’s frustration reflects the impact such misinformation can have on a player’s mental state, particularly during a period of recovery.
