On September 3, 2025, India’s premier fast bowler Mohammed Shami celebrates his 35th birthday. Born in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh in 1990, Shami is widely regarded as one of the finest pacers in Indian cricket history.
Since making his international debut on January 6, 2013, Shami has played 64 Tests, 108 ODIs, and 25 T20Is for India.
In Tests, he has claimed 229 wickets at an average of 27.71, including six five-wicket hauls, with a best of 6/56. In ODIs, he has taken 206 wickets at an average of 24.05, and in T20Is, he has 27 wickets to his name.
Record-breaking ODI spell
Mohammed Shami holds the record for India’s best bowling performance in a single ODI innings. He set this during the 2023 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand at Wankhede Stadium on November 15, 2023, taking 7 wickets for 57 runs in 9.5 overs.
Shami’s victims included Devon Conway, Rachin Ravindra, Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Tom Latham, Tim Southee, and Lockie Ferguson, including the top five Kiwi batsmen. India won the match by 70 runs, securing a spot in the World Cup final.
The veteran has also been a key member of India’s 2025 Champions Trophy-winning squad, further cementing his place as one of the country’s most successful pacers.
Top Records Across Formats
Mohammed Shami has established himself as one of India’s premier fast bowlers across all formats.
In Tests, he has played 64 matches, claiming 229 wickets at an average of 27.71, including six five-wicket hauls and a best of 6/56.
In ODIs, Shami has taken 206 wickets at an average of 24.05, with his standout performance being 7/57 in the 2023 World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, marking the best ODI innings bowling by an Indian.
In T20 Internationals, he has 27 wickets, consistently delivering breakthroughs for Team India. Shami has also been part of India’s 2025 Champions Trophy-winning squad, showcasing his ability to perform in high-pressure matches and cementing his place as one of the country’s most impactful pace bowlers.
