Mohammed Shami questions pitch after taking four for Bengal

Mohammed Shami took four for 30 as Bengal bowled Delhi out for 240 on the first day of their Ranji Trophy match at Kalyani. The 36-year-old dismissed Yash Dhull, Ayush Doseja, Hrithik Shokeen and Divij Mehra. Akash Deep and Mukesh Kumar supported with early breakthroughs.

Shami criticised the slow surface and said Bengal's pace attack deserved better conditions. He noted that no other team has three frontline fast bowlers of similar quality available. Shami also welcomed Bhuvneshwar Kumar's return to the India T20I squad and said sustained performances should be rewarded regardless of age.

Delhi reached 89 for three at lunch but lost their last seven wickets for 151 runs. Aamir Gani took two wickets with his off-spin. Shami last played for India in early 2025 during the Champions Trophy.