Indian pacer Mohammed Shami received the prestigious Arjuna Award for his outstanding display at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023 during a ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhawan.
Indian cricket sensation Mohammed Shami has been honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award for his outstanding performance in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The award ceremony, held at Rashtrapati Bhawan, witnessed President Droupadi Murmu presenting this esteemed award to Shami.
The Arjuna Award, India’s second-highest sporting honor after the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, acknowledges exceptional achievements in national sports.
Shami’s name was recommended for the award by the Board of Control for Cricket in India following his remarkable performance. His feat in the World Cup, claiming 24 wickets in just seven matches, established Shami as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker. Delighted by the honor, he expressed his joy, describing it as a dream realized. Shami also emphasized the rarity and importance of being nominated for such a distinction.
President Droupadi Murmu presents the Arjuna Award 2023 to Mohammad Shami for his excellent performance.#NationalSportsAwards2023 @MdShami11 pic.twitter.com/m0NHOnvdG8
— Doordarshan Sports (@ddsportschannel) January 9, 2024
Shami initially missed the first four matches of the World Cup but got his chance due to Hardik Pandya’s injury. Making a strong comeback, he grabbed five wickets against New Zealand. From there, Shami continued his remarkable run, eventually clinching 24 wickets in the tournament, surpassing even Jasprit Bumrah.
The pacer was selected for the South Africa tour but missed it due to an ankle injury. Currently sidelined, he aims for a strong return in the Test series against England starting on January 25 in Hyderabad, remaining optimistic despite his ongoing recovery from the injury.
Last Updated on January 9, 2024
Senior Sports Copywriter
