Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami is an Indian international cricketer known for his right-arm fast bowling.
Mohammed Shami is an Indian international cricketer known for his right-arm fast bowling. He has represented India across Tests, One Day Internationals, and Twenty20 Internationals, and has played domestic cricket for Bengal. He is widely noted for his seam movement, swing bowling, and wicket-taking ability.
Early life and domestic career
Shami was born in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, and came through domestic cricket with Bengal. He made his first-class debut in the 2010–11 Ranji Trophy season and gained national attention after a strong 2012–13 Ranji Trophy campaign.
International career
He made his ODI debut for India on 6 January 2013 against Pakistan and later established himself in the national pace attack across formats. According to MyKhel, Shami has taken 229 Test wickets and 206 ODI wickets. His international profile highlights his role as a wicket-taking fast bowler with strong seam and swing skills.
Bowling style and strengths
Shami is described as a right-arm fast or fast-medium bowler depending on the source, with a reputation for pace, accuracy, seam movement, and reverse swing. These skills are repeatedly cited as key reasons for his effectiveness in international cricket.
Indian Premier League career
Shami has played for multiple IPL franchises, including Kolkata Knight Riders, Punjab Kings, Gujarat Titans, and Lucknow Super Giants. He won the IPL 2023 Purple Cap after taking 28 wickets in 17 matches. A source from his Lucknow Super Giants profile states he took 145 IPL wickets and was secured by the franchise ahead of IPL 2026.
Key facts
- Mohammed Shami is a right-arm fast bowler for India across all formats.
- He made his ODI debut on 6 January 2013 against Pakistan.
- He has taken 229 Test wickets and 206 ODI wickets according to MyKhel.
- He won the Purple Cap in IPL 2023 with 28 wickets in 17 matches.
- He has played for multiple IPL franchises including Gujarat Titans and Lucknow Super Giants.
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References
- MyKhel — https://www.mykhel.com/cricket/players/mohammed-shami-p5051/Supports: Date of birth, nationality, role, batting and bowling style, and career wicket totals in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is.
- BCCI — https://www.bcci.tv/domestic/men/players/mohammad-shami/47Supports: Birthplace, Bengal debut, domestic career background, bowling strengths, and ODI wicket milestone.
- The Times of India — https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/player-profile/mohammad-shami/28994Supports: Nationality, date of birth, role, batting and bowling styles, and ODI debut date.
- ICC — https://www.icc-cricket.com/tournaments/cricketworldcup/teams/4/players/28994/mohammed-shamiSupports: Player identification, nationality, date of birth, role, and batting/bowling style.
- Lucknow Super Giants — https://www.lucknowsupergiants.in/team/mohammad-shami-28994-profileSupports: IPL team affiliation, IPL wickets, birthplace, batting and bowling styles, and domestic debut note.
- The Cricketer — https://www.thecricketer.com/Topics/wc2019_player_profiles/mohammed_shami.htmlSupports: Domestic career progression, Ranji Trophy performance, ODI debut context, and early international career details.