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Mohammed Shami Creates IPL History: First Bowler to Take Four First-Ball Wickets
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Mohammed Shami celebrates after taking the wicket of Shaik Rasheed during the IPL 2025 match at MA Chidambaram Stadium. (Photo Credit: IPL)
Record Highlights
- First bowler in IPL history to take four first-ball wickets
- Latest victim: Shaik Rasheed of Chennai Super Kings
- Achievement at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Chennai
- Part of IPL 2025 season
Historic Achievement
Sunrisers Hyderabad’s veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami has etched his name in IPL history with an unprecedented achievement. During the IPL 2025 match against Chennai Super Kings at MA Chidambaram Stadium, Shami became the first bowler in the tournament’s history to take a wicket on the first ball of an innings four times, further cementing his legacy in the competition.
First-Ball Wickets Timeline
- 2014: Jacques Kallis (Dubai)
- 2022: KL Rahul (Wankhede)
- 2023: Phil Salt (Ahmedabad)
- 2025: Shaik Rasheed (Chennai)
Match Details and Dismissal
The historic moment unfolded at Chennai’s MA Chidambaram stadium when Shami delivered a masterful seam-up delivery that moved away from the off-stump. CSK’s young opener Shaik Rasheed attempted an aggressive punch shot but could only manage to edge the ball to Abhishek Sharma in the slips, resulting in the record-breaking dismissal.
Match Context
- SRH captain Pat Cummins won the toss
- Chose to bowl first at Chepauk
- Perfect seam position delivery
- Caught in slips by Abhishek Sharma
Career Milestones
This achievement adds another remarkable milestone to Shami’s illustrious IPL career. His ability to strike on the first delivery showcases his exceptional skill in new ball bowling and his knack for providing early breakthroughs. The diverse locations of his first-ball wickets – Dubai, Wankhede, Ahmedabad, and now Chennai – demonstrate his consistency across different conditions.
Bowling Excellence
- Consistent new ball performance
- Success across various venues
- Adaptability to different conditions
- Impact player for team success
Young Talent Emergence
The match also highlighted another significant milestone as CSK’s opening pair of Rasheed and Ayush Mhatre became part of IPL history. They joined an elite group as only the fourth opening combination where both batters were under 21 years old, showcasing the emergence of young talent in the tournament.
Under-21 Opening Pairs in IPL
- Sanju Samson – Rishabh Pant
- Shubman Gill – Tom Banton
- Abhishek Sharma – Priyam Garg (twice)
- Shaik Rasheed – Ayush Mhatre (Latest)
Record Significance
The CSK duo’s combined age of 38 years and 131 days makes them the second-youngest opening pair in IPL history, only behind Yashasvi Jaiswal and Vaibhav Suryavanshi’s record of 37 years and 135 days set earlier in 2025. This milestone not only highlights the growing trust in young talent but also signals a generational shift in the IPL.
Impact on Cricket
- Evolution of fast bowling tactics
- Youth integration in top-level cricket
- Balance of experience and youth
- Future of IPL talent development
As the IPL 2025 season continues to unfold, Mohammed Shami’s historic achievement stands as a testament to his enduring excellence and the tournament’s ability to produce remarkable moments of cricket. The simultaneous emergence of young talent adds another fascinating dimension to the evolving narrative of the world’s premier T20 league.
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