Mohammed Shami Height, Age, Wife, Family, Biography & More

Bio
Profession	Cricketer (Bowler)
Physical Stats & More
Height (approx.)	in centimeters- 173 cm in meters- 1.73 m in Feet Inches- 5’ 8”
Weight (approx.)	in Kilograms- 69 kg in Pounds- 152 lbs
Body Measurements (approx.)	– Chest: 40 Inches – Waist: 33 Inches – Biceps: 12 Inches
Eye Colour	Dark Brown
Hair Colour	Black Note: In August 2023, Mohammed Shami underwent a hair transplant procedure at Eugenix Hair Sciences in Gurgaon, Haryana.
Cricket
International Debut	Test– 6 November 2013 vs West Indies in Kolkata ODI– 6 January 2013 vs Pakistan in Delhi T20– 21 March 2014 vs Pakistan in Dhaka
Coach/Mentor	Badruddin Siddique
Jersey Number	#11 (India)
Domestic/State Teams	Kolkata Knight Riders, Bengal, East Zone, Delhi Daredevils, Mohun Bagan
Bowling Style	Right-arm fast-medium
Batting Style	Right Handed Bat
Nature on field	Cool
Favourite Ball	Yorker
Records/Achievements (main ones)	• During Ranji Trophy 2012–13, in a match against Hyderabad at Eden Gardens, Shami took 4/36 and 6/71 and scored 15* from 6 balls in the second innings to help his team, Bengal, win the match by 4 wickets. • In the same season, Shami took 7/79 and 4/72 against Madhya Pradesh at the Holkar Cricket Stadium in Indore which. Shami even managed a hat-trick in the first innings. His team, however, lost the match by a big margin of 138 runs. • In his ODI debut against Pakistan, he bowled a record four maiden overs. • In March 2014, in an Asia Cup match against Afghanistan, Shami became the third fastest Indian to make it to 50 ODI wickets. • Shami has two International 5-wicket hauls to his name: 5-47 coming in the 2nd innings of his debut test match against West Indies; 5–112 coming against Australia in 2015. • The fastest Indian to take 100 ODI wickets (in 56th ODI). • On 22 June 2019, in a match against Afghanistan, he became the second Indian (after Chetan Sharma’s feat against New Zealand in the 1987 World Cup) and 10th player in the history of 50-over World Cup to take a hat-trick. • On 12 July 2022, he became the fastest Indian to take 150 ODI wickets; he achieved the feat during the first ODI of the three-match series against England at the Kennington Oval. ^[1]The Times of India
Career Turning Point	Shami’s impressive bowling figures in domestic cricket helped him to a spot in the national side.
Personal Life
Date of Birth	9 March 1990
Age (as of 2023)	33 Years
Birthplace	Delhi, India
Zodiac sign	Pisces
Nationality	Indian
Hometown	Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, India
Family	Father– Late Tousif Ahmed (Farmer and also owned a spare part shop) Mother– Not Known Brother– Mohammad Haseeb and 2 more Sister– 1 (Name Not Known)
Religion	Islam
Hobbies	Watching movies
Controversies	• In January 2016, Shami’s brother, Mohammed Haseeb, was arrested for allegedly assaulting a police officer and pressurizing cops to release a few men arrested on charges of cow slaughter. His father, however, dismissed the allegations and said that his family was being targeted because of their religion and Shami’s fame. Haseeb was later released on bail. • In March 2018, his wife, Hasin Jahan, accused him of having extra-marital affairs and torturing her, both mentally and physically for more than 2 years. Hasin later filed an FIR against Shami at the Jadavpur Police Station in Kolkata based on which police officials registered a case against him and his family. On 23 January 2023, a Kolkata court ordered him to pay a monthly alimony of Rs 1.30 lakh to his estranged wife Hasin Jahan, Rs. 50 thousand as the personal alimony to Hasin Jahan and the remaining Rs 80,000 as the cost of maintenance of their daughter who is staying with her. ^[2]Zee News On 19 September 2023, Shami appeared in Alipore court and applied for bail, which was later granted by the judge. ^[3]India Today
Favourites
Actor	Amitabh Bachchan
Girls, Family & More
Marital Status	Separated
Affairs/Girlfriends	Hasin Jahan (Model)
Wife/Spouse	Hasin Jahan (m. 2014-present)
Marriage Date	6 June 2014
Marriage Place	Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh
Children	Daughter– Aairah Shami (Born July 2015) Son– None

Some Lesser Known Facts About Mohammed Shami

During his teenage years, Mohammed Shami, a dedicated learner, would arrive at his training venue an hour before schedule. He would take the initiative to set up his own nets and engage in intense practice for several hours.

It is interesting to note that all three of Shami’s real brothers had a childhood aspiration to become fast bowlers.

Shami credits his father Tousif Ali for his success. He believes that his father was the sole individual who recognized his true talent as a bowler and encouraged him to pursue the sport.

Having witnessed Shami’s exceptional potential, his father wasted no time in introducing him to the local cricket coach, Badruddin Siddique. In an interview, Badruddin shared, “The moment I saw him bowling at the nets as a 15-year-old, I knew this young boy was extraordinary. Hence, I made the decision to mentor him. Over the course of a year, I diligently prepared him for the UP trials since we lacked club cricket opportunities in our area. Shami proved to be highly cooperative, punctual, and dedicated. Not once did he skip a training session. Although he performed exceptionally well during the under 19 trials, he unfortunately missed out on selection due to political factors. They requested that I bring him back the following year, but I didn’t want Shami to lose an entire year of progress. Therefore, I advised his parents to send him to Kolkata.”

During his time in Kolkata, Shami joined the Dalhousie Athletic Club, where he caught the attention of Debabrata Das, a former assistant secretary of the Cricket Association of Bengal. Impressed by Shami’s bowling skills, Das subsequently recruited him for his own team called Town Club, offering him a payment of INR 75,000. As Shami had no place to stay in Kolkata at that time in 2005, Das kindly provided him temporary shelter in his own residence.

During the 2014 IPL auctions, Delhi picked him for a massive amount of INR 4.25 crore.

Shami is widely recognized as an expert in reverse swing. This skill is not a product of luck, but rather the outcome of years of dedication and diligence. He would acquire old red balls from junior-level tournaments’ organizers and meticulously shine one side of them. By practicing with these specially prepared balls, Shami honed his ability to achieve the desired reverse swing.

Upon his debut for India, Shami was initially recognized as Shami Ahmed. However, it was subsequently revealed that his true name is Mohammed Shami. During an interview with a newspaper, Shami clarified the matter, stating, “I am Mohammed Shami, not Shami Ahmed. I am unsure how that additional surname got attached.”

- Mohammad Shami emerged as the leading wicket-taker of the season while representing the Gujarat Titans in the Tatat IPL 2023. He was awarded the prestigious Purple Cap for his remarkable performance, having taken a total of 28 wickets in 17 matches. Throughout the season, Shami maintained an impressive economy rate of 8.03. [4]Sportstar

Mohammed Shami: Sport Successes and Achievements

Mohammed Shami is an Indian cricketer who has made a name for himself in the world of sports through his outstanding performances on the field. Born on September 3, 1990, in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, Shami has quickly risen through the ranks to become one of the most successful fast bowlers in the Indian cricket team.

Shami made his international debut in 2013 and has since then become a vital part of the team’s bowling attack. Known for his ability to swing the ball both ways, Shami has troubled many top batsmen with his pace and accuracy. He has been a key player in India’s victories in various tournaments, including the ICC Champions Trophy in 2013 and the 2015 Cricket World Cup.

One of Shami’s most memorable performances came during the 2019 Cricket World Cup, where he took a hat-trick against Afghanistan. This achievement made him the second Indian bowler, after Chetan Sharma, to achieve this feat in a World Cup match. Shami’s skill and determination have earned him numerous accolades and awards, including the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2019.

Off the field, Shami is known for his philanthropic work and has been involved in various charitable initiatives to help the underprivileged. His dedication to the sport and his commitment to giving back to society have made him a role model for many aspiring cricketers. Mohammed Shami’s success in the world of sports serves as an inspiration to all those who dream of achieving greatness through hard work and perseverance.