Mohammed Shami
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| Full name | Mohammed Shami Ahmed |
| Born | 3 September 1990 Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, India |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Height | 178 cm (5 ft 10 in) |
| Role | Fast bowler |
| Batting style | Right-handed |
| Bowling style | Right-arm fast |
| Teams | India, Bengal, Gujarat Titans |
| Jersey number | 11 |
| Father | Tousif Ahmed |
| Spouse | Hasin Jahan |
| Children | Aairah Shami |
Mohammed Shami Ahmed (born 3 September 1990) is an Indian international cricketer known for his fast bowling, seam movement, and reverse swing. He represents the Indian national cricket team across formats and has played in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for franchises such as Gujarat Titans.
Shami is regarded as one of India’s most consistent fast bowlers and has played an important role in many of India’s major international tournaments.
Early Life
Mohammed Shami was born in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, India. His father, Tousif Ahmed, was a fast bowler in local cricket and played an important role in developing Shami’s interest in the sport.[1]
From a young age, Shami trained hard and focused on improving his bowling speed and control. His dedication helped him rise quickly through domestic cricket and gain recognition for his ability to swing the ball both ways.[2]
Domestic Career
Shami made his first-class debut in November 2010 against Assam.
He soon established himself as a key bowler in domestic cricket with consistent performances. His ability to move the ball off the seam and generate pace made him a valuable asset for his domestic teams.
These performances helped him gain selection for the Indian national team.[3]
International Career
Mohammed Shami made his ODI debut for India in 2013 against Pakistan.
Later that year, he made his Test debut against the West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata. In his debut match, he impressed with his reverse swing and accuracy, frequently troubling the opposition batters.
Shami played an important role in several international tournaments.[4]
During the 2015 ICC Cricket World Cup, he was one of India’s leading bowlers and helped the team reach the semi-finals.
He continued to perform strongly in international cricket, particularly during India’s overseas Test tours in 2017 and 2018.
In the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup, Shami achieved a major milestone by taking a hat-trick against Afghanistan. He finished the tournament as one of India’s leading wicket-takers.[5]
During the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, Shami delivered outstanding performances and finished as the highest wicket-taker of the tournament with 24 wickets from just seven matches.
Indian Premier League
Mohammed Shami made his IPL debut with Kolkata Knight Riders in 2011.
Later, he played for several IPL franchises including:
- Delhi Daredevils (Delhi Capitals)
- Punjab Kings
- Gujarat Titans
In 2022, Shami joined Gujarat Titans and played a key role in their title-winning season, finishing as one of the team's leading wicket-takers.
He continued to perform strongly for Gujarat Titans in subsequent seasons.
Playing Style
Mohammed Shami is known for his ability to bowl with a strong seam position and swing the ball both ways.
His key strengths include:
- Reverse swing
- Seam movement
- High pace
- Accuracy in line and length
Shami is particularly effective with the old ball and is considered one of India’s best reverse-swing bowlers.
Injuries and Comeback
Shami’s career has also included periods of injury.
After the 2023 Cricket World Cup, he underwent surgery on his right heel which kept him out of international cricket for several months.
He returned to domestic cricket in late 2024 and gradually worked towards regaining full fitness.
In 2025, Shami made a successful return to international cricket, first playing in T20Is and ODIs before being selected for major tournaments again.
Records and Achievements
Some notable achievements of Mohammed Shami include:
- Fastest Indian bowler to reach 100 ODI wickets
- Hat-trick in the 2019 ICC Cricket World Cup
- Highest wicket-taker in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup
- One of India’s fastest bowlers to reach 200 Test wickets
- Key member of India’s pace attack in all formats
Personal Life
Mohammed Shami married model Hasin Jahan. The couple has a daughter named Aairah Shami.
Despite facing controversies and online criticism during his career, Shami has continued to focus on his cricket and remains one of India’s leading fast bowlers.
Net Worth
As of 2023–2025, Mohammed Shami’s estimated net worth is around $6 million USD, earned through cricket contracts, IPL salaries, and endorsements.
Legacy
Mohammed Shami is widely regarded as one of India’s finest fast bowlers of his generation. His ability to swing the ball at high speed and perform in major tournaments has made him an essential member of India’s bowling attack.