- Mohammad Shami:
Shami was simply a revelation for India in the first half of the home season in 2016/17. Thanks to his rapid bursts, the side gained clear strategic edge over New Zealand and England on several occasions and averaging less than 30 last season, he was the team’s best pacer before an injury hampered his progress. Unfortunate to miss out on the entire series against Australia, Shami would now be itching to continue his dominance over the batsmen and given his form, the Sri Lankan top order better watches out for him. With accuracy and precision being his potent weapons, Shami will form a devastating duo along with Umesh Yadav.