Today, star Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami is celebrating his 35th birthday. Shami is considered one of the deadliest fast bowlers in the world today, but his story is not limited to cricket.
Sports News: Star Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami is celebrating his 35th birthday today. Fans are wishing him on social media and discussing his cricket career, struggles, and earnings. Shami's story is not just about cricket; it encompasses a journey of hard work, struggle, and success worth crores.
Mohammad Shami's Cricket Career
Mohammad Shami was born on September 3, 1990, in Sahaspur village, Amroha district, Uttar Pradesh. His father, Tauseef Ali Ahmed, was a farmer. The family was poor, but Shami's father was determined that his son would become a cricketer. Despite the lack of facilities, Shami realized his father's dreams and made his mark in Indian cricket. Shami's fast and incisive bowling has made him a star bowler for India. His international career's key achievements are as follows:
- T20 International (T20I): 25 matches, 27 wickets
- One Day International (ODI): 108 matches, 205 wickets
- Test Matches: 64 matches, 229 wickets
- IPL: 119 matches, 133 wickets
These statistics clearly show that Shami is an important player for the team in every format.
Earnings of Crores from Cricket
By 2025, Shami's total net worth is estimated to be between approximately ₹55 to ₹65 crore (about $7.8 million). His primary sources of income include being part of the BCCI's Grade A contract, for which he receives a basic annual fee of ₹5 crore. In addition:
- ₹15 lakh for every Test match
- ₹6 lakh for every ODI
- ₹3 lakh for every T20I
Due to consistent play, his annual income from the BCCI reaches approximately ₹7-8 crore.
IPL and Brand Endorsement Earnings
Shami has played for teams like Delhi Daredevils, Punjab Kings, and Gujarat Titans in the IPL. In the 2025 season, Sunrisers Hyderabad bought him for ₹10 crore. Shami's total earnings from the IPL so far have exceeded ₹50 crore. Shami is associated with many major brands such as Nike, Puma, CEAT Tyres, and Vision 11. His earnings from each advertisement are around ₹1 crore, and he earns approximately ₹23 crore annually from endorsements.
Shami has used his earnings to maintain a lavish lifestyle. He owns a 150-bigha farmhouse in Amroha, valued at approximately ₹15 crore. Additionally, Shami is fond of cars. His collection includes:
- Audi
- BMW
- Jaguar F-Type
- Toyota Fortuner
Shami's personal life has also been in the spotlight. Recently, the Kolkata High Court ordered him to pay ₹1.5 lakh per month to his wife, Hasin Jahan, and ₹2.5 lakh per month to his daughter, Aira. Shami's story is a testament to struggle, hard work, and success. Emerging from a small village in Amroha, he has made a name for himself in world cricket.
