India’s first innings in Bangalore against New Zealand would have brought back flashbacks for fans of India’s collapse in Adelaide on their previous tour of Australia. With Rishabh Pant top-scoring with 20 and an innings consisting of five batters registering ducks.

India's Test captain, Rohit Sharma, opened up pacer Mohammed Shami 's recovery process ahead of the 1st Test against New Zealand, starting October 15. Notably, swollen knees have further delayed Shami's return to the Test setup.

Rohit emphasized the team's cautious approach, stating they do not want an unfit Shami to participate in the Test series due to swelling in his knees that has hampered his recovery.

India's Test and ODI captain, Rohit Sharma, provided an update on star fast bowler Mohammed Shami's injury on Tuesday, ahead of the Test series against New Zealand, which is scheduled to start on Thursday in Bengaluru.

Rohit could miss the first game of the Border Gavaskar Trophy series starting at the Perth Stadium on November 22 and Anil Kumble does not want India to turn to Shubman Gill for the slot.

Mohammed Shami’s last competitive appearance was during the ODI World Cup final against Australia in November 2023, where he showcased his talent by taking the crucial wicket of David Warner.

India captain Rohit Sharma has claimed that the team management is thinking about taking Mayank Yadav and the other travelling reserves to Australia for the Border Gavaskar Trophy. Mayank impressed during the Bangladesh series recently.