Shami is a standby in the T20 World Cup squad. Many former cricketers feel that Shami should have been included in the 15-member World Cup squad. Because his experience in Australian conditions will be useful. With Bumrah uncertain, the door can now be opened in front of Shami to play in the World Cup. Recently, Shami was included in the team for the three-match T20 series against Australia, but could not play due to a corona infection. His replacement is Umesh Yadav. In such a situation, there is a possibility of seeing Shami in the world cup final team instead of Bumrah.

However, Shami also has several rivals. One of them is Deepak Chahar, who has returned from injury. The pacer has been bowling well since returning to the field to make the new ball swing. Mohammed Siraj is also in the fight for a chance on the World Cup team. However, after February this year, he did not get a chance on the T20 team. There are also Avesh Khan and Shardul Thakur. However, Shami is at the forefront of these four pacers.