Mumbai: Pacer Mohammed Shami may be included in the Indian team for the ODI series against New Zealand. The selectors' move is in view of the 2027 ODI World Cup. Shami's performances in domestic cricket are being closely evaluated. In any case, there are indications from BCCI officials that Shami's return will be soon. Mohammed Shami last played for the Indian team in the Champions Trophy in March 2025. Shami took nine wickets in the tournament. Regarding Shami's return, BCCI officials have clarified that... "Mohammed Shami's matter is under constant consideration. Shami is a good wicket-taking pacer. The only concern is his fitness. I will not say that Shami is not on the team selection radar. If he is included in the team for the series against New Zealand, it will be a good decision. If he is included in the team now, then even no one will be surprised. Shami has possibilities in the 2027 World Cup as well," the BCCI official clarified. He last played Test cricket in 2023. It was in the World Test Championship final. Despite bowling well after recovering from his injury, the selectors were reluctant to recall the player to the team. In domestic cricket, the player, who played for Bengal in the Vijay Hazare and Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, took 17 wickets from six matches. In the last Ranji Trophy, he took 20 wickets from four matches. Meanwhile, Shreyas Iyer, who is on rest due to injury, may not be included in the team. He will be included in the Indian team after playing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy.