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3 forgotten Indian bowlers who can make an international comeback after Ranji season

The Ranji Trophy 2026-27 season offers a timely platform for overlooked Indian bowlers to press their case for selection.

By CricTracker Staff · Cric Tracker

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 7:52 AM

Key Things to Know

CricTracker identifies Khaleel Ahmed, Rahul Chahar, and Mohammed Shami as bowlers who could make an Indian comeback in 2027.
The 2026-27 Ranji Trophy began on October 11, featuring mandatory participation for international players.
India is scheduled to host Australia for a five-Test series early in 2027.

The Story in 60 Seconds

CricTracker highlights three forgotten Indian bowlers—Khaleel Ahmed, Rahul Chahar, and Mohammed Shami—who could potentially make a national team comeback in 2027. The 2026-27 Ranji Trophy began on October 11, featuring 38 teams across 138 matches, with BCCI guidelines mandating domestic participation for international players.

The article argues that strong domestic performances could help these players earn selection for India's upcoming five-Test home series against Australia. Shami has not played international cricket since 2025, while Ahmed and Chahar aim to use red-ball cricket to re-enter selection discussions.

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3 forgotten Indian bowlers who can make an international comeback after Ranji season

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