NEW DELHI: India captain Shubman Gill has admitted that leaving out Mohammed Shami from the squad for the upcoming Test series against South Africa was a “tough call,” acknowledging the veteran pacer's class and recent form in domestic cricket. Gill's remarks came during the pre-match press conference in Kolkata on Thursday, ahead of the first Test at Eden Gardens, starting Friday. Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! Shami, who impressed for Bengal in the Ranji Trophy , was not included in the squad for the two-Test series — a decision that has sparked widespread debate among fans and former cricketers. Gill, leading India in the red-ball format, praised Shami's unmatched skill and contribution while also backing the bowlers currently in the squad

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