Virat Kohli, a key member of Team India, sent his congratulations to fellow player Mohammed Shami. Shami was awarded the esteemed Arjuna award from the President of India this Tuesday.
Mohammed Shami earned this recognition because of his exceptional cricketing displays for India. The 2023 World Cup showcased him at his finest, where he seriously contributed with the ball.
Despite their efforts, India couldn’t win the final hurdle. Australia emerged victorious, denying the Indian team the World Cup, which they hadn’t won in 12 years. With 24 scalps from seven games, Shami topped the wicket-taking charts.
On Tuesday, Mohammed Shami posted a video on his official Instagram. In the video, he’s getting the Arjuna Award from India’s President. He felt thankful and gave a shout-out to everyone who supported him in his career. This is what Shami penned:
“Today I am feeling very proud that I have been honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award by the President. I want to thank all those people who have helped me a lot to reach here and have always supported me in my ups and downs… thanks to My Coach, BCCI,team mates,my family, staff and big thanks to my fans..Thanks to recognise my hard work..I will always try to give my best to make my country proud… Again thanks to everyone..Congratulations to others arjun award winners”
Mohammed Shami
Several cricket players, both past and present, praised Shami via the post’s comments section. Among them was also Virat Kohli. He wrote:
“Mubarak ho lala”.
Virat Kohli
“I can’t express my feelings”- Mohammed Shami on being presented with Arjuna award
Speaking to India Today upon his receipt of the esteemed Arjuna Award, Mohammed Shami described it as his greatest life accomplishment. Upon reflection, he stated:
“Its biggest achievement of my life, I can’t express my feelings. I love my sport and I always try to do best whatever I am doing. The kind of support my family gave to me to pursue my dream is just amazing. I don’t have words to explain that how I started my journey from Amroha to Indian cricket. Passion is always there and I always try to play as much as I can and do well for the country.”
Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami’s ankle ailment kept him out of the just finished South Africa trip. In preparation for the forthcoming home Test series against England starting on January 25, the speedster is attempting to become well.