Indian team's fast bowler Mohammed Shami played his first match in the World Cup 2023 on Sunday and dominated. Shami took five wickets for 54 runs in 10 overs against New Zealand in Dharamsala.
India defeated New Zealand by four wickets with 12 balls remaining. India defeated the Kiwis for the first time in 20 years in ICC events. Shami was adjudged Player of the Match for his excellent performance. Shami told how he was successful in making a splash as soon as he came into the playing 11.
This is how Shami got his chance
The Indian team made two changes in its playing 11 against New Zealand. Suryakumar Yadav and Mohammed Shami were included in place of injured Hardik Pandya and Shardul Thakur. Shami was appointed as the first change bowler. Shami bowled Will Young on the very first ball of his spell. After this, Shami's havoc was seen throughout the innings. He also made many records during this period.
Special preparation for the World Cup
Shami told in the press conference after the match how he made his preparation for the World Cup special. Shami said that he prepared a pitch at his farmhouse, practicing which helped him a lot. This was the reason that his line length was accurate and he was able to achieve success as soon as he got the chance.
How Shami filled the lifeless pitch
The Indian fast bowler also told how he achieved success despite not getting any support on the Dharamshala pitch. He said, "I was completely focused on line and length. This proves to be most effective on this type of pitch. I kept hold of my Tappa and I got a lot of benefit from it. I am happy with my performance.
India becomes number-1
Let us tell you that the Indian team defeated New Zealand on Sunday and achieved the number-1 position in the points table of the World Cup 2023. This was India's fifth consecutive win in the tournament. Team India has come very close to securing a place in the semi-finals. The Indian team now has a good break and has to play its next match against defending champions England next Sunday.
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