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[VIDEOS] Mohammed Shami - An underrated star in all formats

Mohammad Shami should be every Asian fast bowler's role model—and here's why.

Be like Shami. Practical, achievable, and devastatingly effective.

While everyone obsesses over finding the next towering giant, let's face it: tall, lethal South Asian pacers are about as common as unicorns. Shami? He’s a mere 5’10, proving you don’t need to scrape clouds to dominate on the ground.

He doesn’t look like he’s bench-pressing trucks in his free time either, unlike some gym-obsessed pacers. His pace? A steady 135-ish in Tests—not mind-blowing but plenty effective.

What sets him apart is pure skill. Seam, swing, accuracy—he’s got the full package. Forget chasing pipe dreams of Shoaib Akhtar clones.
 
Farabi said:
Mohammad Shami should be every Asian fast bowler's role model—and here's why.

Be like Shami. Practical, achievable, and devastatingly effective.

While everyone obsesses over finding the next towering giant, let's face it: tall, lethal South Asian pacers are about as common as unicorns. Shami? He’s a mere 5’10, proving you don’t need to scrape clouds to dominate on the ground.

He doesn’t look like he’s bench-pressing trucks in his free time either, unlike some gym-obsessed pacers. His pace? A steady 135-ish in Tests—not mind-blowing but plenty effective.

What sets him apart is pure skill. Seam, swing, accuracy—he’s got the full package. Forget chasing pipe dreams of Shoaib Akhtar clones.
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It didn't happen by accident. Read about his practice facility he has set up in his backyard.

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He built the ground to ensure that he doesn't have to travel to the city for access to top-class facilities. "There is nothing else in Shami's life apart from cricket. When he is not playing for India, he is always thinking about upgrading his skills....

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Shami's Secret: Preparing pitches in village, bowling under lights, cross-country runs

Discounting Shami from any form of the game should be done at one's own peril as he would time and again force his detractors to eat a humble pie.
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jnaveen1980 said:
It didn't happen by accident. Read about his practice facility he has set up in his backyard.

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Shami's Secret: Preparing pitches in village, bowling under lights, cross-country runs

Discounting Shami from any form of the game should be done at one's own peril as he would time and again force his detractors to eat a humble pie.
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I’ve seen this, and I’ve also watched his interviews. The man’s a clever operator, and time and again, he proves that skills trump everything. When he’s in the zone, it’s almost magical to watch.

Pakistanis even accused him of using a “different ball”—because how else could someone at 135 kph and 5’10 tear through batting lineups on flat pitches in 2023 WC where our own 145 kph pacer was being treated like sugar cane juice? Surely, it had to be voodoo magic or something, right?

The irony and delusions are unmistakable.

He’s the nightmare dream for PP-ers like @TheSultan and @Flat_Track_Bully
 
Farabi said:
I’ve seen this, and I’ve also watched his interviews. The man’s a clever operator, and time and again, he proves that skills trump everything. When he’s in the zone, it’s almost magical to watch.

Pakistanis even accused him of using a “different ball”—because how else could someone at 135 kph and 5’10 tear through batting lineups on flat pitches in 2023 WC where our own 145 kph pacer was being treated like sugar cane juice? Surely, it had to be voodoo magic or something, right?

The irony and delusions are unmistakable.

He’s the nightmare dream for PP-ers like @TheSultan and @Flat_Track_Bully
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His seam presentation is the biggest factor. It skids rapidly off hte surface. Faster than what we saw from Boland. You will have very little time to react once you see a ball change direction dramatically after pitching. That is where guys like Shami, Boland make you look like a fool. Last time even on a flat Perth wicket he bullied Australians with bounce. Shami's bowling average for good length is 19 or 20.
 
jnaveen1980 said:
His seam presentation is the biggest factor. It skids rapidly off hte surface. Faster than what we saw from Boland. You will have very little time to react once you see a ball change direction dramatically after pitching. That is where guys like Shami, Boland make you look like a fool. Last time even on a flat Perth wicket he bullied Australians with bounce. Shami's bowling average for good length is 19 or 20.
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Yes, it is. This is what Asian fans/pacers need to concentrate on.
Add to that, ability to do both conventional and reverse swing. Great control. Decent stamina. FC experience to learn how to setup batters.
You don’t need to be 8 feet tall or express pace.
 
Farabi said:
I’ve seen this, and I’ve also watched his interviews. The man’s a clever operator, and time and again, he proves that skills trump everything. When he’s in the zone, it’s almost magical to watch.

Pakistanis even accused him of using a “different ball”—because how else could someone at 135 kph and 5’10 tear through batting lineups on flat pitches in 2023 WC where our own 145 kph pacer was being treated like sugar cane juice? Surely, it had to be voodoo magic or something, right?

The irony and delusions are unmistakable.

He’s the nightmare dream for PP-ers like @TheSultan and @Flat_Track_Bully
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Is Shami the posterboy for your narrative? :ROFLMAO:
 
Flat_Track_Bully said:
Is Shami the posterboy for your narrative? :ROFLMAO:
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Haha Shami is the poster boy of the cure for everything that is wrong with Pakistani Fast bowling.
If we cannot be tall and brawny, if we can’t bowl quick, what is stopping us from being skill full like Shami. This feels pragmatic, achievable and devastatingly effective for most South Asians.
The funny thing is Shami is inspired by Pakistani pacers of yester years. After all, Wasim and Waqar were known as sultans of SWING, not sultans of pace. Yet, we wasted time on bowling machines like Sami, Wahab, Rauf, and now Naseem who haven’t delivered nothing.
 
Farabi said:
I’ve seen this, and I’ve also watched his interviews. The man’s a clever operator, and time and again, he proves that skills trump everything. When he’s in the zone, it’s almost magical to watch.

Pakistanis even accused him of using a “different ball”—because how else could someone at 135 kph and 5’10 tear through batting lineups on flat pitches in 2023 WC where our own 145 kph pacer was being treated like sugar cane juice? Surely, it had to be voodoo magic or something, right?

The irony and delusions are unmistakable.

He’s the nightmare dream for PP-ers like @TheSultan and @Flat_Track_Bully
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135k is a decent standard. I took exception to floaty 120k bowlers which don’t meet any minimum standards for frontline international bowlers.
 

"Heavy Strapping On Knee": In Mohammed Shami's 1st Training With India In 427 Days, Signs Are...​


As Team India gathered for their white-ball series opener against England, the spotlight during the intense three-hour practice session was on veteran pacer Mohammed Shami. Returning to the national set-up after a 14-month injury lay-off, Shami displayed promising signs, bowling at full tilt for over an hour. Sporting heavy strapping on his left knee, Shami began with a gradual warm-up session under the watchful eyes of bowling coach Morne Morkel. Initially running in with short strides, he bowled for nearly an hour before participating in a cautious fielding drill to test his knee.

Just as doubts arose about his full readiness, the seasoned pacer turned back the clock with a long run-up and trademark fiery spells, bowling to youngsters like Abhishek Sharma, and Tilak Varma in the nets.

Shami's rhythm improved with each delivery, as he extracted bounce and movement, troubling the batters on multiple occasions.

However, young wicketkeeper-batter Dhruv Jurel managed to take on Shami, hitting some aggressive strokes, providing the veteran with a stern test.

Despite a taxing session, Shami continued to bowl at full steam for nearly 45 minutes without requiring assistance from the team's physiotherapist or strength and conditioning coach.

After the nets, Shami wasn't done yet.

He moved to the adjacent length-bowling practice area where he engaged in a detailed discussion with Morkel.

The duo worked meticulously on hitting specific lengths, with Shami showcasing pinpoint accuracy by repeatedly striking the two stumps set up for the drill.

He then joined Hardik Pandya and Harshit Rana for further practice, exchanging insights during the session.

The only moment Shami appeared slightly discomforted was when he limped back to the changing room, but he quickly returned to the ground, cautiously engaging with his old Bengal teammates while carefully managing his heavily strapped left knee.

Shami was seen as a late inclusion for Team India in the five-match Test series against Australia for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy but was not picked, raking up a debate.

Shami's inclusion in the T20I squad marks a significant moment as the team looks to bolster its pace attack ahead of the ICC Champions Trophy, slated to begin on February 19 in Dubai and Pakistan.

With an injury cloud hanging over Jasprit Bumrah, Shami's fitness is pivotal to India's plans.

Chairman of selectors Ajit Agarkar has underlined the importance of Shami's inclusion in the Champions Trophy squad annoucement in Mumbai on Saturday.

"I don't think his fitness was anything to do with white-ball cricket anyway. We were trying to get him to Australia,” said Agarkar in the press conference while announcing the squad for the Champions Trophy 2025.

"Unfortunately, his knee didn't allow him to play four-day or five-day cricket. With regards to white-ball, I think he has played most of the Syed Mushtaq Ali games and some of the Vijay Hazare games.

"With uncertainty around Jassi (Bumrah) as well, if he (Shami) is fit and playing regularly, the quality and the experience that he brings is invaluable.

"To get him involved in T20is is precisely because of that. To get him back into international cricket and play under pressure.

"Even though it's T20I cricket, it will be high-intensity. He has got quality. If he was fit, he was always going to be part of the discussion. We are hoping he comes through these games and by the time the Champions Trophy comes, he is 100 percent,” Agarkar has said.

Shami has been steadily rebuilding his form through domestic cricket. Making his Ranji Trophy return last November, he guided Bengal to a season-opening victory with a match haul of seven wickets.

He then featured in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy T20s, claiming 11 wickets in nine games at an average of 25.36, followed by the Vijay Hazare Trophy one dayers, where he took five wickets in three matches at 25.80.

Meanwhile, left-arm pacer Arshdeep Singh was the only member of the 15-player squad absent from the practice session due to personal reasons. He is expected to join the team later on Saturday.

“Arshdeep will join the team tonight. The rest of the squad is here,” a team official confirmed.

On the other hand, the Jos Buttler-led England team opted for a complete rest day on Sunday. Their first practice session is scheduled for Monday.

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As Team India gathered for their white-ball series opener against England, the spotlight during the intense three-hour practice session was on veteran pacer Mohammed Shami.
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BCCI is full of idiots. I can't believe how they select a player who played 5 tests before breaking down in 5th test, select a player with knee swelling, select an all round seamer with knocn fitness issue in longer formats like ODIs. That is 3 seamers out of the 4 seamers they selected. Nobody cares about winning CT more than winning tests in England.
 
Axar Patel, while addressing a press conference:

"Shami returning is very positive. He was very good in Syed Mushtaq Ali and Vijay Hazare Trophy. We know what he brings with the new ball and death. It's a really good sign for us and we hope he continues what he did in the World Cup."
 
Former India cricketer Sourav Ganguly speaking to the media:

"I'm happy to see Shami fit because I think he's probably the best bowler after (Jasprit) Bumrah in the country...I know he'll be a bit nervous because he's playing cricket after a long time, especially with a knee injury, but the good thing is that he bowled a lot for Bengal in the domestic cricket, which is going to help him in the games to come.”

"He's as good as anybody in the world. Shami and Bumrah bowling at two ends is different than Bumrah bowling from one end. Both players are vital to each other's success in Test cricket.”
 

Mohammed Shami "Still Limping...": India Star's Update On Pacer Ahead Of 'Main Target' Champions Trophy​


Star pacer Mohammed Shami missed out on a place in the playing XI for the 1st T20I against England, which India won by 7 wickets at the Eden Gardens in Kolkata on Wednesday. Shami, who last played for India in November 2023, was expected to make his return for the team after 14 long months. But, he was sidelined for the series-opener, fueling speculations whether the BCCI selectors are content about his fitness. However, veteran spinner Piyush Chawla backed the decision to bench Shami for the game.

Chawla feels that the team management made the right call not to risk Shami, pointing out that the latter is still limping a bit while bowling. He suggested that the ultimate goal is to get Shami fully fit for the Champions Trophy.

"If you see the run-up, he is still limping a bit. The main target should be Champions Trophy, and getting fit for that. Lots of matches in this series, even if he misses a few games, that is okay," said Chawla.

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Mohammed Shami was sidelined for the series-opener, fueling speculations whether the BCCI selectors are content about his fitness.
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India's bowling coach, Morne Morkel, said during the post-match press conference after the 4th T20I:

"Shami has been been bowling really well. Catching to him at the warmups, he is hitting the glove hard. So, very happy how he's coming along. He's probably going to get an opportunity for the next game and we'll see see how things go, but excited to have him back in the group, just for him to share his experience and his knowledge of training as a massive boost for this young bowling unit, so yeah, great to have show me back in the mix."
 
Mohammed Shami in the first 5 overs of an ODI since 2022

53 overs
5 wickets
58.2 average
63.4 strike rate
5.5 economy

Mohammed Shami in overs 6-10 in ODIs during the same period

28 overs
10 wickets
10.7 average
16.8 strike rate
3.8 economy rate
 
Mohammad Shami, the Indian speedster has completed 200 ODI wickets in just 103 innings.

He achieved the milestone against Bangladesh in the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025.

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ODI CWC GOAT joins the 200 wickets club in ODIs

Fewest ODIs to 200 wickets
102 Mitchell Starc
104 Mohammed Shami/ Saqlain Mushtaq
107 Trent Boult
112 Brett Lee
117 Allan Donald
 
Top 3 white ball quick from the subcontinent - Bumrah, Wasim and Shami, in that order perhaps.
 
Mohammed Shami's 5/53 in 10 overs against Bangladesh in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 made him India's highest wicket-taker in ICC tournaments.

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Being a minority, he is under rated in India. Look at how they rate Bumrah.

Even when he started with bhuvneshwar kumar, and all the hype was on Bhuvi, he was just a side note.

I feel happy for this guy when he performs
 
Major said:
Being a minority, he is under rated in India. Look at how they rate Bumrah.

Even when he started with bhuvneshwar kumar, and all the hype was on Bhuvi, he was just a side note.

I feel happy for this guy when he performs
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Bumrah himself is a minority (and an even bigger one).

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Look at the average bro. 🐐

ICC tournaments me Shami bhai se bada koi pacer nahi hae bhai. Show some love

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Major said:
Being a minority, he is under rated in India. Look at how they rate Bumrah.

Even when he started with bhuvneshwar kumar, and all the hype was on Bhuvi, he was just a side note.

I feel happy for this guy when he performs
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Bumrah kamal cheez hae. Please don’t make an issue, Bhuvi was never regarded higher than Shami bhai who is respected by all patriots including die hard Sanatanis.
 
Its about being a Bharatiya bro.

We love our Siraj miyan, Shami bhai as much as we love our Jassi paaaji or Sharma bhai. One nation. One love 🩷
 
Bhaijaan said:
Bumrah kamal cheez hae. Please don’t make an issue, Bhuvi was never regarded higher than Shami bhai who is respected by all patriots including die hard Sanatanis.
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When both started, bhuvi was talked about alot. Shami wasnt really being talked about at that time. I think it was the 2012 anay dou series
 
Major said:
When both started, bhuvi was talked about alot. Shami wasnt really being talked about at that time. I think it was the 2012 anay dou series
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That was when Bhuvi was swinging it yards bro.
 
Major said:
When both started, bhuvi was talked about alot. Shami wasnt really being talked about at that time. I think it was the 2012 anay dou series
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shami debuted in the last odi lol. that's why he was not talked about.
 
Shami’s wicket taking ability would have complimented very well with Bumrah’s unhittable death over bowling.
 
Comes, delivers in an ICC event, goes back & gets injured. Mohammed Shami 👏
 
Mohammed Shami- India post-match press conference, 20 Feb '25
[Reporter:]

You said on ICC TV how you had to face difficulties. You learned to walk like a toddler. This performance gave you confidence after the injury. You were in the England Series, but...

[Mohammed Shami:]

It is very difficult when you are injured and you go from that form, like you were in the World Cup, it was very difficult after that, 14 months, because you have to repeat the same things, the same things pinch you again and again, you feel the pain 24 hours a day. It's very difficult, but the good thing about this - touchwood that I got to play domestic matches to gain confidence and to see my rhythm. To see what changes have come in the last 14 months or after the surgery. So, it was very good for me that I got 4 international matches to play and I played 8-9-10 domestic matches. That gave me a lot of confidence.

[Reporter:]

Yesterday evening you were sitting with Gautam and you were tying the rope for the boundary. You teased him and said it as a joke. Tell us about that - It seems like for you they don’t need to push the boundary back at all.

[Mohammed Shami:]

Sometimes I do feel that I don't need to back down. When your flow is good, when your skill is good. But sometimes it's difficult. When your ball doesn't fall, the boundary then gets smaller. So, we were teasing him. We were like, increase it a little. Because one side is small and the other is big. So, we were just joking around, but yes size does matter some times when you are chasing or defending.

[Reporter:]

Shami, great start for yourself and the team. And Of course, looking forward to the next match. Pakistan team has just landed as well. So, what mindset will you take for Sunday?

[Mohammed Shami:]

After winning, there is no point in having a mindset. You should stay in the same frame when you win a match and when you perform well. I don't think you need to think too much about the ICC tournament or any international match. You should believe in your skills and back yourself. I always work on these two things that I believe in myself and back myself. So, it's not a matter of mindset to change. If you don't change in difficult times, then you don't change in such times.

[Reporter:]

Shami, about 4 years ago, in Dubai, Dubai wasn't so kind to you. And the trolling - you know everything, the captain had to come and defend. So, four years later, these five wickets. It is said that cricket is a great leveller. How do you see this?

[Mohammed Shami:]

Sir, this is all media. So don't think too much about it. I always say that the social media of today is such that you create some unwanted things. You always run things in the media that shouldn't run. So, I don't think we should think too much. The past is the past. People will definitely keep bringing up the the bad performances and remind you again and again. But I think that as a cricketer, as a sportsman, you don't need to go back. You need to live in the present and have a plan for the future. So, I think you need to make a next plan.

[Reporter:]

How difficult was it to watch the Border Gavaskar series from home. When you were recovering, Bumrah needed support. And everyone was talking about it. And in every press conference, they were asking when you were coming there. How difficult was that?

[Mohammed Shami:]

It was very difficult. I have already told you that for 14 months - you are repeating the same thing, feeling the same pain. And when you see that your team is very close to the edge, or it’s a very close match, at that time you miss your bowlers who you used to bowl along with, or your unit. I wish I was there. I could have contributed something. So, you always miss them. Because when you are injured, you can't do anything but watch the match. And you watch it ball by ball. At that time, you feel that you could have contributed something. You could have helped. So, I missed it many times. But I have faith in all the boys. We keep winning and losing. And the performance of the boys is commendable.

[Reporter:]

You have played in England matches and returned to such a big tournament. But before

coming to such a tournament, how was the support with the team? Rohit said in the press conference yesterday that whether or not Shami takes a wicket, it is a big deal for us to get him back. So, when the captain says such things and then we saw the magic of the wrist, then that celebration, was it a relief or what? Tell me about that moment when you gave a flying kiss and were relaxed in the middle.

[Mohammed Shami:]

That is for my father because he is my role model. He is always there for me. Whether it's a question of the captain or the coach, it's very important for every player to have this support. Because when you plan for such a big tournament, if you have players who trust you, it gives you peace of mind for the captain and the team. I always try to do my best. The one who gives is sitting on top, so he will give as much as he is destined to. But I try to do the same on my side. The responsibility that I have been given, the role that I have been given, whether I am able to fulfil the responsibility that has been given to me. I always try to find that out. Like you guys have said that I have been in the ICC event - I didn't even know the record, which you just said – may such records come in everyone's life.

[Reporter:]

You had a lot of struggles in the last 14 months. But it was a superb comeback. But in the 2023 World Cup final, you were in peak form. So, you think you have reached that form or still some...

[Mohammed Shami:]

Sir, every person wants us to continue that form. But how long can that form last? How long can you stay in that form? No one can say anything about that. I always ask- if you are satisfied with the role you have been given. I always try to find that in my role. And I always try to do this. That in ICC events – if my ball gets hit a little – that’s okay, but I should get a wicket, then that will be better for my team. I always think about this.

[Reporter:]

Shami bhai, you just said in response to the question that you don't pay much attention to stats. But still, what is it that in an ICC event, you were already India's most successful bowler in the ODI World Cup. Now you have crossed Zaheer Khan in ICC All Events. What is it that - I know you just mentioned it, but there is something in the ICC events ….

[Mohammed Shami:]

I have your prayers for me. I just try to complete my skill with utmost loyalty. Like I have completed my 14 months - How loyal are you to that skill? How hungry are you to achieve your goal, that the form that you had left and come, how you will achieve it again. How you will get that rhythm again. You should be hungry. I always try to do this. Even if it takes me a little longer, I used to spend eight hours at the NCA (National Cricket Academy). So, my attempt was that - even if you are increasing your days by 30%, 40%, 10%, But with loyalty, is your area good? Is your rhythm good? Do you have any discomfort? I pay attention to those things. I don't pay attention to the result. I pay attention to the present. And I always try to meet the situation that is in demand. Am I good at that or not?

[Reporter:]

The match was almost a 100-over match. The first 50 overs, you bowled one ball short - you bowled 10 overs. The Second half, you were watching from a distance, but Gil was batting. How much did it make a difference to you when you were on the field and also had it declined so badly?

[Mohammed Shami:]

I think you're thinking too much about the dew. It wasn't like that, but I think the wicket has played similarly. But I think the only difference that we saw was that we had three spinners, they had two spinners, and if they had three, it could have been a little more difficult. But that's their combination, This is our combination. At the end of the day, the wicket was similar. And the result is in front of you. The one who had good plans and executed well, they won.
 
Major said:
Being a minority, he is under rated in India. Look at how they rate Bumrah.

Even when he started with bhuvneshwar kumar, and all the hype was on Bhuvi, he was just a side note.

I feel happy for this guy when he performs
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We are not fans based on someone’s religion but their performances for our country.
I feel happy whenever ANY Indian performs
 
Major said:
Being a minority, he is under rated in India. Look at how they rate Bumrah.

Even when he started with bhuvneshwar kumar, and all the hype was on Bhuvi, he was just a side note.

I feel happy for this guy when he performs
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Bumrah is also a minority, and even from a much smaller minority.
 
Best ODI bowler of this generation after Starc.

1. Starc
2. Shami
3. Bumrah
4. Boult
5. Morkel/ Johnson/ Steyn/ rest etc
 
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Best ODI bowler of this generation after Starc.

1. Starc
2. Shami
3. Bumrah
4. Boult
5. Morkel/ Johnson/ Steyn/ rest etc
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Easily shami record is goat level

Shami above was in and Waqar easily
 
Farabi said:
I’ve seen this, and I’ve also watched his interviews. The man’s a clever operator, and time and again, he proves that skills trump everything. When he’s in the zone, it’s almost magical to watch.

Pakistanis even accused him of using a “different ball”—because how else could someone at 135 kph and 5’10 tear through batting lineups on flat pitches in 2023 WC where our own 145 kph pacer was being treated like sugar cane juice? Surely, it had to be voodoo magic or something, right?

The irony and delusions are unmistakable.

He’s the nightmare dream for PP-ers like @TheSultan and @Flat_Track_Bully
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Shami bowls 135 to 145 actually and if you come to punjab Delhi Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu you will see plenty of tall strong guys

Our dumb selectors don’t know how to select players and groom them. That’s the issue
 
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Sourav Ganguly, while speaking at an event:

"Shami needs Bumrah and Bumrah needs Shami. Bumrah is not fit for the tournament, but Shami is. I am not surprised by his five-wicket haul against Bangladesh."

"He will continue to lead the attack throughout the tournament. Bumrah is the best bowler in the world at the moment, but Shami is not too far behind. I hope he stays fit throughout the tournament and shoulders the responsibility like Bumrah has done without Shami."
 
This video proves shami is the greatest attacking g white ball bowler of all time. Jarrod kimber on point. People don't realize how good he is.

 
Yeah, I've always maintained that Shami will get you wickets with his attacking line and length along with his seam movement. Proper wicket taker. In LOI's, Bumrah is a bit restrictive at times with shorter lengths but Shami goes a bit fuller and lets the seam do the all the work and more often that not fetch wickes. 2023 WC was a masterclass by Shami. If conditions offer any sort of seam, then he'll be able to exploit them.

Both Bumrah and Shami together is a lethal combination and both complement each other.
 
cogent said:
Yeah, I've always maintained that Shami will get you wickets with his attacking line and length along with his seam movement. Proper wicket taker. In LOI's, Bumrah is a bit restrictive at times with shorter lengths but Shami goes a bit fuller and lets the seam do the all the work and more often that not fetch wickes. 2023 WC was a masterclass by Shami. If conditions offer any sort of seam, then he'll be able to exploit them.

Both Bumrah and Shami together is a lethal combination and both complement each other.
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Bumrah is a great defensive bowler. Some ignorant posters imply Shami gets wickets because they see off Bumrah. That is nonsense. Shami on his own a tremendous strike force.
 
jnaveen1980 said:
Bumrah is a great defensive bowler. Some ignorant posters imply Shami gets wickets because they see off Bumrah. That is nonsense. Shami on his own a tremendous strike force.
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And some knuckle heads think Dhabi is some medium pacer

He is quick
135 to 145 pace. Yes he should be a role model for all Asian bowlers but Sean or Asian bowlers both generally struggle to maintain his level of pace in tests. So it’s easy at all. Nonsense talk really. In his prime he was rapid. Quicker than Hazlewood and many bowlers and as quick as Cummins. Even now holes as quick as Cummins.

Maintaining 135 to 145 pace in test cricket is incredibly hard. I would say 130 to 140 is more realistic for most pacers across the world.

I would say develop pitches and make them like Australian or South African pitches. Fast and bouncy

Something in it for bowlers who are bouncy or quick and for batsmen to play shots too.

Creating such pitches would help fast bowlers develop their abilities to bowl long spells too. Creating turners is detrimental if you want to succeed in Sena

If you are going to create turners then at least offer bounce and carry so fast bowlers can still be handy
 
I don’t think he is still 100%.

For the match against Pakistan, both Shami and Arshdeep must play.
Rana out.
 
Mohammad Shami during a media interaction:

"I am trying to get my rhythm back and contribute more for the team. It is a responsibility when there are no two proper fast bowlers and I have to shoulder more responsibility."

"There is a load when you are the one main fast bowler and the other is an all-rounder. You have to pick wickets and lead from the front."

"I have become used to this load and am trying my best to make it easy for others and give more than 100 per cent."
"The trust debate ends when you get selected in the team. I don't think that one should worry about his fitness too much. We just need to put in the effort and see how your body takes it. After all, we are labourers."

"I am now ready to bowl long spells. Short spells are anyways easy -- 6 balls or 12 balls -- and in limited-overs cricket it doesn't matter whether it's 10 or six overs."

"It has definitely helped us because we know the conditions and the behaviour of the pitch. It is a plus point that you are playing all the matches at one venue."

"The main thing is to gauge the conditions and know how the pitch behaves because you are playing at one venue and you can get to know it well."
 
Worst figures in an ICC ODI event final

0/87 - Javagual Srinath vs AUS, Johannesburg, 2003
1/74 - Mohammed Shami vs NZ, Dubai, 2025
1/74 - Dilhara Fernando vs AUS, Barbados, 2007
0/71 - Max Walker vs WI, Lord's, 1975
 
Shami is now greater than Shoaib and Waqar as he won an ICC title.

Bad bowling today but he has bowled well across 3 WCs so this one is for him.
 
Mohammed Shami is playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2025, and on Friday, April 25, he entered his name in the history books by becoming the first bowler in the world to take a wicket off the first ball of an innings in the IPL on four occasions.
 
saimayubera said:
Shami is now greater than Shoaib and Waqar as he won an ICC title.

Bad bowling today but he has bowled well across 3 WCs so this one is for him.
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Shami was well ahead even before

Better odi bowler than both

Better test bowler as well.
Don’t blindly go by stats.

Waqar was rubbish vs top sides away from home.

Shoaib wasn’t good vs India and Aus in general. Even vs England away.
 
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