What coverage agrees on
The reporting broadly agrees that Ishan Kishan backed Mohammed Shami’s India comeback and described him as motivated, intense, and useful to the team.
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Kishan backs Shami's India comeback
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Ishan Kishan praised Mohammed Shami’s intensity ahead of the Duleep Trophy final.
He said Shami’s age is just a number and pointed to his hunger to return.
Kishan highlighted Shami’s work ethic, wicket-taking ability, and extra effort in domestic cricket.
He also said Shami has been helping with tactical advice and leadership on the field.
Why it mattersShami’s return talk matters because it affects India’s pace options and selection balance ahead of future international matches.
More context
The comments came before East Zone’s final against South Zone in Chennai.
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What remains uncertain is whether Shami’s domestic form will lead to a return to the Indian squad, which the reports do not confirm. The comments are ahead of the Duleep Trophy final, so the situation could still change after that match and any later selection calls.
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The coverage presents Ishan Kishan’s remarks as a strong endorsement of Mohammed Shami’s chances of returning to India’s team. It emphasizes Shami’s hunger, intensity, and willingness to work hard in domestic cricket. The reporting also notes Kishan’s view that Shami still offers value through wicket-taking ability and leadership help. The story is framed around confidence in Shami rather than any official selection decision.
Distinctive emphasis — reported claim, not independently verified.Sources: The Times of India, Livemint, News9live
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'Age is just a number': Ishan Kishan confident of 'hungry' Mohammed Shami making India comeback
Quick source take
East Zone captain Ishan Kishan expressed strong confidence in thirty-six-year-old Mohammed Shami's desire to return to the Indian cricket team ahead of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone. Kishan highlighted Shami's exceptional work ethic, wicket-taking abilities, and the intense hunger he has displayed during domestic matches. The article also previews the upcoming Duleep Trophy final in Chennai, noting that East Zone reached the final after thirteen years by defeating Central Zone, while detailing various player availabilities and tournament backgrounds.
'Age is just a number, having him in our team gives us confidence': Kishan hails Shamis intensity ahead of…
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East Zone captain Ishan Kishan has praised fast bowler Mohammed Shami ahead of the Duleep Trophy final, stating that the pacer's age is just a number and highlighting his strong intensity, energy, and work ethic. Kishan acknowledged that maintaining motivation in domestic cricket can be challenging when a player is not regularly featuring for the national team, but he emphasized that he sees a clear hunger in Shami to make a successful comeback to the Indian squad. Kishan also noted that Shami has been actively assisting him with tactical advice and leadership options on the field.
‘I see hunger in him’: Ishan Kishan confident of Mohammed Shami making India comeback
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East Zone skipper Ishan Kishan has voiced strong support for thirty-six-year-old fast bowler Mohammed Shami, highlighting his hunger, intensity, and determination to make a comeback to the Indian national team. Speaking at a pre-match press conference ahead of the Duleep Trophy final against South Zone, Kishan praised Shami's leadership contributions and willingness to bowl extra overs. South Zone captain Tilak Varma also commented on the upcoming challenge of facing Shami, while tournament details and match schedules were outlined.