Delhi: India defeated Australia in the first semi -finals of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 and made it to the finals. In this match, fast bowler Mohammed Shami was India’s most successful bowler, although he admitted that he is still trying to return to his best rhythm.
In this match played at Dubai International Cricket Stadium, Shami celebrated vigorously after taking the wicket of Australia captain Steve Smith. However, after the match, he expressed concern over the lack of reverse swing and demanded the removal of the ban on the use of saliva to brighten the ball.
Shami said, “We are constantly appealing to allow the use of saliva. Sports and exciting with reverse swing. “
Significantly, due to the Kovid-19 epidemic, the ICC banned the use of saliva in 2020, which was made permanent in 2022. Fast bowlers are usually able to reverse swing by brightening a part of the ball, but now they have to resort to sweat for it.
Gautam Gambhir praised Shami
Team India head coach Gautam Gambhir praised Mohammed Shami and described him as a ‘world class bowler’. Gambhir said, “Shami’s practice and hard work is the secret of his great performance. He is an extraordinary player. “
After this victory of India, now the team’s focus will be on the Champions Trophy final, where the team is ready to throw all the strength to win the title.
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