Mohammed Shami reportedly approached by BJP to contest Lok Sabha polls from West Bengal

BJP wants Mohammed Shami to contest from the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency to gain the votes of the minorities.

Mohammed Shami reportedly approached by BJP to contest Lok Sabha polls from West Bengal

Narendra Modi, Mohammed Shami (Image via X)

India pacer Mohammed Shami has been approached by the Bharatiya Janata Party to contest for the upcoming Lok Sabha elections from West Bengal. The UP-born paceman represents Bengal in the domestic circuit.

As per a report by India Today, the BJP is contemplating making Shami contest for the polls in West Bengal and even reached out to him. But the 33-year-old has not made a decision yet.

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The report further stated that the BJP wants Shami to contest from the Basirhat Lok Sabha constituency to gain the votes of the minorities. Sandeshkhali, a village in Basirhat recently witnessed violence.

A few days ago, Shami shared pictures after undergoing Achilles heel surgery. India Prime Minister Narendra Modi wished him a speedy recovery on X.

The final between India and Australia was the last match Shami played and he is yet to make a comeback to competitive cricket. After India’s heartbreaking defeat, a video of Modi consoling the cricketer in the dressing room went viral.

Mohammed Shami won’t play IPL

In the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL), Gujarat Titans will miss Mohammed Shami’s services as the star pacer won’t be playing in the league due to surgery on his Achilles heel. The IPL will be played from March 22 to May 26.

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Mohammed Shami (Image via ESPNcricinfo)

The injury came as a huge blow for the Titans as the star paceman played a crucial role in the team’s successes. Shami was also the Titans’ highest wicket-taker last year.

It is also uncertain whether Shami will recover in time to play in the T20 World Cup, which will be played in the West Indies and USA. The T20 World Cup will be played just a couple of days after the conclusion of the IPL.

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