Mohammed Shami Age, Height, Family, Career, Net Worth, Lifestyle & Facts

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Nickname(s): • Lala • Sultan of Bengal [1] Twitter – Ravi Shastri

Profession: Cricketer (Bowler)

Famous for: Being the highest wickettaker for India in ODI World Cups

Date of Birth: 3 September 1990 (Monday)

Age (as of 2024): 34 Years

Birthplace: Sahaspur Alinagar, Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, India

Zodiac sign: Virgo

Nationality: Indian

Hometown: Amroha

Religion: Islam

Caste/Sect: Turk [3] The Hindu Note: This caste is mainly found in the Rohilkhand region of Western Uttar Pradesh.

Food Habit: Non-vegetarian

Marriage Date: 6 June 2014

Marriage Place: Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh

Age: 34 Years

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EDUCATION

College/University: Amir Hasan Khan PG College, Moradabad

PHYSICAL STATISTICS

Height (approx.): 5′ 8″ (173 cm)

Weight (approx.): 70 Kg (154 cm)

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.

FAMILY & RELATIONSHIPS

Marital Status: Separated

Affairs/Girlfriends: Hasin Jahan (Model)

Wife/Spouse: Hasin Jahan (Model) (m. 2014-sep. 2018)

Children: Daughter – Aairah Shami (Born July 2015) Son – None

Parents: Father – Tousif Ali (also known as Touseef Ahmed) (Farmer and spare parts shop owner, died on 26 January 2017 due to an illness) Mother – Anjum Ara (Homemaker)

Siblings: Brother – 3 • Haseeb Ahmed • Mohammed Asif • Mohammed Kaif (Cricketer) Sister – 1 • Sabina Anjum (Homemaker)

Wife: Hasin Jahan

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

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

Awards, Honours, Achievements: • 2014 – Named in the World ODI XI by the ICC • 2015 – Named in the World ODI XI by the ICC • 2023 – Purple Cap (Leading wicket taker) in IPL 16 (28 wickets in 17 matches) • 9 January 2024 – Arjuna Award • 23 January 2024 – Best International Cricketer Award at the NAMAN awards • 8 February 2024 – Sportsman of the Year (Team Sports) at the Sportstar ACES Awards • 24 February 2024 – Cricketer of the Year Award at TOISA Awards

MONEY FACTOR

Car Collection: • BMW 5 series • an Audi • Toyota Fortuner • Jaguar F-type worth Rs 98.13 lakh

Salary/Income (approx.): Rs 12 crore (Rs 5 crore from BCCI contract and Rs 6.25 crore from his IPL contract with Gujarat Titans) (As per 2023)

Assets/Properties: Farmhouse named Hasin Farmhouse, spread over 150 bighas in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh (worth around Rs 12-15 crore)

Net Worth (approx.): Rs 45 crore (As of 2023)

OTHER INFORMATION

Jersey Number: #11 (India)

Domestic/State Team: First-Class/List-A/T20 • Bengal Under-22 (2009-11) • Cricket Association of Bengal XI (2011-12) • Indian Board President’s XI (2012-13) • East Zone (2011-13) • Bengal (2010-19) Indian Premier League • Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) (2013) • Delhi Daredevils (2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018) • Kings XI Punjab (later became Punjab Kings) (2019, 2020, 2021) • Gujarat Titans (GT) (2022, 2023)

Coach/Mentor: Badruddin Siddique

Nature on field: Cool

Favourite Ball: Yorker

Records: • Third fastest Indian to take 50 ODI wickets (in March 2014) • Fastest Indian bowler to take 100 ODI wickets (in 56th ODI) • Best strike rate (25.56) for India in ODIs (with minimum 50 wickets) • Second Indian (after Chetan Sharma ) and 9th player to take a hat-trick in 50-over World Cup (On 22 June 2019 against Afghanistan) • Fastest Indian to take 150 ODI wickets (On 12 July 2022 against England) [2] The Times of India • First Indian bowler to take 50 wickets in the ODI World Cup • Fastest 50 wickets in the ODI World Cup (in 17 innings) • Best bowling figures by an Indian in ODIs, best bowling figures in World Cup knockout match, and best bowling figures in ODIs against New Zealand (7 wickets for 57 runs against New Zealand on 15 November 2023) • Most wickets in a single edition of ODI World Cup (23 wickets in the 2023 ODI World Cup) • Most five-wicket hauls in a single World Cup edition (3 Fifers in 2023 ODI World Cup) • Most wickets in ODI World Cup (55 wickets in 18 innings) • Most four wicket hauls in ODIs for India (15)

Hobbies: • Watching films • Travelling • Fishing

Other Relatives: Grandmother – Name Not Known (passed away on 6 February 2016)

Cricketer: Batsman – Rohit Sharma Bowler – Glenn McGrath , Kapil Dev , Zaheer Khan

Cricket format: Test

Food: Biriyani

Actor(s): Amitabh Bachchan , Jr. NTR , Prabhas

Mobile game: PUBG

INTERESTING BACKGROUND INFORMATION

Mohammed Shami’s journey to becoming one of India’s premier fast bowlers is as inspiring as it is remarkable. Growing up in a family where all three of his brothers also aspired to be fast bowlers, the competitive spirit was palpable. However, it was his father, Tousif Ali, who played a pivotal role in recognizing Shami’s potential. Tousif, deeply invested in his son’s future, encouraged him to pursue cricket as a serious vocation. This support proved critical, as he quickly arranged for Shami to train under the local cricket coach, Badruddin Siddique. Shami’s early endeavors faced hurdles, particularly when political issues hindered his chances of joining the Uttar Pradesh Under-19 team. Badruddin, however, advised him to relocate to Kolkata, ensuring that Shami’s talent would not go to waste.

Upon arriving in Kolkata, Shami began playing for the Dalhousie Athletic Club, where his skills caught the attention of Debabrata Das, a former assistant secretary of the Cricket Association of Bengal. This led to a significant breakthrough when the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) signed him ahead of the 2011 IPL season. His IPL debut came in 2013, and by 2014, Shami was snatched up by the Delhi Daredevils for a whopping Rs 4.25 crore during the auctions, a significant leap from his base price of Rs 1 crore. Initially known as Shami Ahmed, he later clarified in an interview that his name is Mohammed Shami, a detail he humorously attributed to a misunderstanding.

Shami’s prowess on the field has been evident on multiple occasions, especially in Tests and ODIs, although his T20I performances have been less stellar. He made headlines during the 2014 T20 World Cup but struggled with his bowling figures in that tournament. Conversely, his performance in the 2015 ODI World Cup solidified his reputation, as he took an impressive 17 wickets in just seven matches. However, Shami’s life off the field has been fraught with challenges, particularly surrounding legal issues with his wife, Hasin Jahan. This turmoil led him to a dark place, where he battled depression and even contemplated suicide on three occasions. His friends and family rallied around him during this tumultuous period, ensuring he never felt isolated.

Despite the personal challenges, Shami has continued to excel in his cricketing career. In the 2019 ODI World Cup, he took 14 wickets in just four matches, showcasing his skill as a bowler. By November 2023, his achievements were recognized with a stadium being constructed in his ancestral village to honor his contributions to cricket. His performance in the 2023 ODI World Cup was particularly noteworthy, as he emerged as the leading wicket-taker with 24 wickets in seven matches, further solidifying his legacy. Beyond cricket, Shami is a passionate dog lover, has engaged in charitable work, and is a brand ambassador for several high-profile brands. As of March 2024, he boasts a significant social media presence, with millions of followers across various platforms, reflecting his popularity and influence in the sporting world.

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Note: All biographical information compiled from publicly available sources.