Kolkata: Senior Indian speedster Mohammed Shami said Tuesday that he has chalked up some strategy which he wants to effectively implement against top Australian batsmen like rival skipper Steve Smith and David Warner.
“We have some plans for each of their batsmen – especially (especially Smith and Warner). There’s always some new plan in place. The key is about executing it on the field,” Shami told reporters at the Eden Gardens here.
Recalled to India side for the first three ODIs against Australia, the Bengal bowler is excited at the prospect of playing his maiden ODI game at the Eden Gardens, the venue for the second match of the series September 21.
“It’s a matter of pride to play an ODI at my home ground. I hope to make it count and deliver for my team,” Shami, who last played an ODI against West Indies in July, said. Shami who has so far played 49 ODIs has never played a 50 overs game on his home ground.
Close on the heels of their 9-0 clean sweep in Sri Lanka, the Virat Kohli-led Team India would be eyeing another dominating display but Shami felt it would not be easy.
“Australia are a strong team. It’s difficult to say that (clean sweep), but we will try our best for a good show. The conditions will play a big role,” Shami informed.
