Shattering Records: Mohammed Shami Endures a Tough Day with Second Most Expensive IPL

Overview of Mohammed Shami’s Challenging IPL Match

In a recent high-intensity IPL 2025 match held on Saturday, Mohammed Shami faced a rough day as he conceded 75 runs in just four overs while playing for SunRisers Hyderabad against Punjab Kings. This figure now stands as the second most expensive spell in IPL’s storied history.

The Match That Made History

The match saw Punjab Kings setting a formidable target, with top scores coming from their captain Shreyas Iyer, who hit an impressive 82 runs off 36 balls, and Marcus Stoinis, who provided a strong finish. Despite the efforts of SRH’s Harshal Patel, who claimed 4/42, PBKS soared to 245/6 by the end of their innings.

  • High Scoring Details:
    • Priyansh Arya: 36 runs off 13 balls
    • Prabhsimran Singh: 42 runs off 23 balls
    • Harshal Patel (SRH): 4 wickets for 42 runs
    • Eshan Malinga (SRH): 2 wickets for 45 runs
  • Shreyas Iyer’s standout performance featured six boundaries and the same number of sixes.

Unenviable Records

Mohammed Shami’s spell is second only to Jofra Archer’s record spell where he gave away 76 runs, the highest in IPL history. Shami’s figures have also become the most expensive by an Indian bowler in the tournament, surpassing Mohit Sharma’s previous record of 73 runs conceded during the IPL 2024 season.

Impact on Team Dynamics

Despite Shami’s unfortunate record, it’s vital to recognize the ephemeral nature of sports where a single game does not define a player’s career. Shami has been a consistent performer and a pivotal player for his team in many past encounters.

Note: For more insights and detailed match reports, visit the official IPL website.

With contributions from PTI.

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Last Updated: April 12, 2025

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