New Delhi: India pacer Mohammed Shami has received a death threat via email, his brother revealed to India Today on Monday, May 5. Shami, who is currently playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad in the ongoing IPL 2025 campaign, received the threat on Sunday, May 4. Shami’s brother revealed that the mail came around 2-3 pm on Sunday and they immediately reported the matter to Amorha police.
Shami made his return for the Indian team during the Champions Trophy after a lengthy spell on the sidelines following his surgery after the World Cup 2023 campaign. The pacer was India’s joint-highest wicket-taker during the tournament as he had nine wickets from five matches. Shami was roped in to play for SRH during the IPL 2025 auction but his campaign so far has been underwhelming.
“Injuries are part and parcel of a fast bowler’s life. My recovery took 14 months, and it wasn’t easy—especially given the challenges I faced during my domestic career. Regaining rhythm and the right mindset was tough. In 2023, I had a sudden breakdown, so I made it a point to play as many domestic matches as possible—ended up playing 12 or 13.
“SRH has completely changed my perspective—what used to be a 200-run target now feels like 300. They’ve redefined the game. As for my role, I want to be part of a team that sets new benchmarks and shifts mindsets. I feel I’ve joined a strong unit, and I’m focused on contributing my best. We’ve built a strong bowling unit as well at SRH — a solid pace attack and quality spinners to back it.
