Former India coach Ravi Shastri has advocated for the quick inclusion of pacer Mohammed Shami in the Indian squad for the Border Gavaskar Trophy to support pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah. Shastri's suggestion comes after Shami's successful return to competitive cricket in the Ranji Trophy following a year-long injury layoff.

Virat Kohli's career-worst form is at odds with his formidable touring record in Australia, and former India coach Ravi Shastri is backing one of cricket's greatest competitors to fire.

Virat Kohli will have a point to prove when India take on Australia in a five match Test series starting on November 22 in Perth. The former Indian captain has endured a rough patch on the field in recent times.

Ravi Shastri had a blunt message for Virat Kohli's doubters but also cautioned the struggling Indian batter to be on his toes.

Former India cricket coach Ravi Shastri is confident that Virat Kohli has the ability to overcome his current poor form and excel in the upcoming five-Test Border-Gavaskar series in Australia. Shastri emphasizes the importance of maintaining calm during the initial phase of the tour.

Ravi Shastri backed Virat Kohli to hit peak form with the bat in Australia, saying the former captain will enjoy batting in conditions where he has had success in the past. Kohli averages over 50 runs per innings in Tests in Australia with six hundreds Down Under.