Mohammed Shami Creates IPL History: First Bowler to Take Four First-Ball Wickets

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.