Hamilton: Aaqib Javed feels that Mohammed Shami is the best Indian paceman on view and his performance has been key to India's good show in the ongoing ICC Cricket World Cup.

Shami has been the pick of India's pace attack taking nine wickets from three matches and his opening spell has proved to be crucial in India maintaining their stronghold in the group league stage.

'For me the best bowler in this Indian line-up is Mohammed Shami. He has every ingredient of a good fast bowler and is an asset to the Indian team. I am also impressed by young Mohit Sharma and believe that he would turn out to be a good weapon for India in future,' Aaqib, who is currently the UAE coach, said.

'The first thing that one looks in a fast bowler is pace and Shami has that ability. Also what made the difference is the length that he has hit consistently in the past few games. Against Pakistan, his length and the channel at which he bowled have been exceptional.'

Aaqib has also grown a liking for the young Mohit Sharma. (agencies)