Fans baffled as Mohammad Shami misses out on ODI series

The Indian selectors have decided to leave out senior pacer Mohammad Shami for the ODI series against New Zealand starting January 11 in Vadodara. Fans are scratching their heads, wondering how a top wicket-taker from the Champions Trophy got snubbed. Meanwhile, Mohammed Siraj and Shreyas Iyer are back, but Hardik Pandya is sidelined due to bowling restrictions.

Quick rundown

1.Mohammad Shami was overlooked for the ODI series against New Zealand.

2.Shami was India's joint-highest wicket-taker in the 2025 Champions Trophy.

3.Fans are upset over Shami's exclusion despite his domestic performance.

4.Mohammed Siraj and Shreyas Iyer make a return to the Indian squad.

5.The ODI series kicks off on January 11 at the BCA Stadium, Vadodara.

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