Rohit Sharma's recent statement supposedly left BCCI still pondering over whether Mohammed Shami should be sent to Australia

The Indian cricket team finds themselves in a spot of bother as a potential gap emerges in their bowling lineup on the tough Australian tour, with Mohammed Shami's fitness concerns delaying his much-awaited return.

Rohit didn't sound too optimistic about Shami's potential return, highlighting the knee issues that the veteran pacer continues to face. The India captain asserted that he doesn't want to rush Shami back into the team unless he is assured of his 100% fitness.

Mohammed Shami return to the Indian Test squad remains uncertain as fitness concerns persist. NCA monitors his readiness for long bowling spells ahead of the Brisbane Test against Australia.

Mohammed Shami has returned to the domestic circuit and is doing exceptionally well but there are still question marks over his comeback to the international arena.

Mohammed Shami and Rohit Sharma reportedly had a heated exchange over the India captain's remark on the pacer's fitness.

Shami, who made his comeback to competitive cricket last month, last played a red-ball match for India in June 2023 against Australia at The Oval.