Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has delivered a remarkable turnaround in the IPL, bringing joy to his fans with a stellar performance after nearly a year. The fast bowler, who has been out of the national team setup, first impressed in domestic cricket with the red ball and is now making a strong impact in the IPL with the white ball.

Playing a key role for Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Shami led the bowling attack brilliantly against Sunrisers Hyderabad, restricting their batting lineup and helping his team secure a comfortable win. His performance not only made him the hero of the match but also helped him overcome a long-standing personal setback.

From Worst to Best in Hyderabad
The “burden” Shami carried dates back to April 12, 2025, when he was playing for Punjab Kings against Sunrisers Hyderabad. In that match, he registered the worst bowling figures of his IPL career, conceding 75 runs in 4 overs at a staggering economy rate of 18.75.

However, nearly a year later—after 357 days—Shami returned to the same venue, Hyderabad, and against the same opposition, to script a stunning comeback.

This time, representing Lucknow Super Giants, he delivered his best-ever IPL bowling performance, picking up 2 wickets for just 9 runs in 4 overs, with an exceptional economy rate of 2.25.

A Story of Redemption
Shami’s performance is a testament to resilience and determination. From enduring one of the toughest days of his IPL career to achieving his best figures at the same ground, the pacer has completed a full-circle moment.