Narendra Modi wishes Mohammed Shami ‘speedy recovery and good health’ after successful Achilles tendon surgery

Shami posted a couple of pictures of him in the hospital, announcing that he has undergone a successful surgery.

Narendra Modi wishes Mohammed Shami ‘speedy recovery and good health’ after successful Achilles tendon surgery

Narendra Modi, Mohammed Shami (Images via X)

Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has undergone surgery on his Achilles tendon on Monday (February 26). The niggle on his heel had been there during his stay with the Indian team for the 2023 ODI World Cup as well. In spite of the injury, Shami featured for the team and emerged as the highest wicket-taker in the tournament.

Shami posted a couple of pictures of him in the hospital, announcing that he has undergone a successful surgery. India Prime Minister Narendra Modi retweeted the tweet and wished the Indian pacer a speedy recovery and good health.

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I just had a successful heel operation on my Achilles tendon! Recovery is going to take some time, but I'm looking forward to getting back on my feet.
Shami wrote on X

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Wishing you a speedy recovery and good health @MdShami11! I'm confident you'll overcome this injury with the courage that is so integral to you.
Modi wrote on X

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Mohammed Shami won’t be playing in IPL 2024

A couple of days ago, it was announced that Mohammed Shami won’t be playing in the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) due to surgery. Shami plays for the Gujarat Titans (GT) in the IPL and played an instrumental role in their success in 2022.

Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami (Image via X)

Shami last featured in a competitive match in the World Cup final between India and Australia where the latter emerged as the champions. When he will make a return to cricket is uncertain.

After the World Cup, the 33-year-old missed the full-fledged tour of South Africa, and then the T20Is against Afghanistan. He is now missing the ongoing five-match home Test series against England as well. India, however, have taken an unassailable 3-1 lead.

After the IPL, the 2024 T20 World Cup will commence but whether Shami will recover completely by then is uncertain.

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