Mohammed Shami was the most successful bowler for India on Day 5 of the World Test Championship (WTC) final against New Zealand in Southampton. He claimed 4 for 76 in 26 overs on a day when weather, fortunately, did not hamper play after a delayed start. Thanks to Mohammed Shami and Ishant Sharma (3 for 48), India managed to restrict New Zealand to 249, conceding a first-innings lead of 32.
At a virtual press conference following the fifth day’s play, Mohammed Shami said that this plan was to bowl in good areas and keep the pressure on the New Zealand batsmen. He said in this regard:
Mohammed Shami looked in great rhythm during his wicket-taking spell on Tuesday. Responding to a query from Sportskeeda on what was going through his mind as he brought India back into the game, the seasoned fast bowler explained:
No regrets over not taking five-wicket haul: Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami bowled an excellent spell on Day 5 of the WTC final, so many felt he deserved a five-wicket haul. The bowler, though, has no regrets about the same. The 30-year-old said:
India ended Day 5 of the WTC final at 64 for 2, losing both their openers, Rohit Sharma (30) and Shubman Gill (8). The match will head into the Reserve Day on Wednesday in Southampton.
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