Cricket is full of surprises, and Mohammed Shami experienced an unforgettable moment in India’s Champions Trophy 2025 match against Pakistan. The seasoned pacer, who was in top form before the game, struggled in his first over, delivering 11 balls and setting an unwanted record.
- Mohammed Shami bowled an 11-ball over in the first innings.
- He joined Irfan Pathan (2006) and Zaheer Khan (2003) in an unwanted record.
- Shami conceded five wides and later suffered a calf injury.
- Hardik Pandya and Axar Patel led India’s fightback.
Shami’s Struggles with the New Ball
Bowling the first over, Shami lost his rhythm. He sprayed the ball wide on both sides, conceding five wides. His struggle placed him in the same category as Irfan Pathan (2006) and Zaheer Khan (2003), the only Indian bowlers to bowl an 11-ball over in ODIs.
5 Wides by Mohd Shami in 1st over 🥲#ChampionsTrophy2025 pic.twitter.com/uzHNGxn80i
— 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒃𝒂𝒔 (@Shebas_10dulkar) February 23, 2025
Injury Worsens Shami’s Situation
To make matters worse, Shami appeared to injure his calf in his third over. Despite this, he completed the over, giving away just three runs before being taken off the attack. His early exit forced Hardik Pandya to step in.
Hardik Pandya’s Game-Changing Spell
Taking over the bowling duties, Hardik Pandya made an immediate impact. He dismissed Pakistan’s captain, Babar Azam, for 23 runs. Soon after, Axar Patel delivered a spectacular direct-hit run-out, sending Imam-ul-Haq back to the pavilion.
Current Match Situation
At the last update, Pakistan stood at 90/2 in 23 overs, with Mohammad Rizwan (18) and Saud Shakeel (26) at the crease. India will hope that Shami’s struggles do not affect their chances of victory.
Notable Records and Stats
- Mohammed Shami’s 11-ball over is one of the longest in India’s ODI history.
- Only three Indian bowlers have ever bowled such long overs in ODIs.
- Hardik Pandya’s breakthrough helped India recover from a shaky start.
Indian Bowlers with 11-Ball Overs in ODIs
| Bowler | Year | Match |
|---|---|---|
| Zaheer Khan | 2003 | vs Australia |
| Irfan Pathan | 2006 | vs Sri Lanka |
| Mohammed Shami | 2025 | vs Pakistan |
Despite a rough start, India’s bowlers fought back with key dismissals. Shami’s early struggles will be a point of concern, but Hardik Pandya’s performance has kept India in the game. The match remains open, with both teams eyeing victory.
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