Mohammed Shami's strong domestic performance, including over 200 overs bowled across Ranji, Syed Mushtaq Ali, and Vijay Hazare Trophy matches, has strengthened his case for inclusion in the Indian squad for the upcoming ODI series against New Zealand. His sustained competitive cricket addresses previous concerns about match fitness, potentially influencing the selectors' decision on the pace attack composition, especially with workload management for other senior bowlers like Jasprit Bumrah being a consideration.