About Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami is one of the most skilful fast bowlers of his generation, celebrated for a perfectly upright seam and the ability to move the ball both ways. He grew up in the village of Sahaspur in Amroha, Uttar Pradesh, where his father, a farmer who had been a fast bowler himself, encouraged his talent. He later built his career with Bengal, and his rise is one of the great small-town success stories in Indian sport.
Career highlights
Shami was spotted at fifteen by coach Badruddin Siddique in Moradabad and went on to become one of India’s most consistent wicket-takers across formats. His defining tournament came at the 2023 Cricket World Cup in India, where he finished as the leading wicket-taker despite not playing the opening matches. His 7 for 57 against New Zealand in the semi-final is the best ODI bowling performance by an Indian and the only seven-wicket haul by an Indian in an ODI innings.
He became the fastest bowler to take 50 wickets in the history of the Cricket World Cup, received the Arjuna Award in 2023, and was part of the Indian team that won the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. In the IPL he has played for several franchises.
Why brands work with Mohammed Shami
Shami’s story of persistence, from a village in western Uttar Pradesh to World Cup hero, resonates strongly with audiences in the Hindi heartland and in Bengal. He comes across as genuine and unpolished in the best way, which suits brands that want authenticity and mass reach rather than celebrity glamour. His ability to perform on the biggest stage, in front of home crowds, made him a national favourite during the 2023 World Cup.
Campaigns that suit Mohammed Shami
- FMCG, food and beverages for mass markets
- Agriculture, rural finance and two-wheeler brands
- Sports gear, fitness and recovery products
- Regional campaigns in Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and West Bengal
- Grassroots cricket initiatives and community events
Planning a campaign with Shami
Shami’s schedule depends on selection, fitness and the IPL, so build flexibility into your dates. Hindi-first creative with a small-town setting often feels most natural for him. Check for conflicts with team sponsors before finalising categories.
Booking Mohammed Shami through CelebrityHai
Share your brand, deliverables, dates, city and budget range. CelebrityHai checks interest and availability with Shami’s team and manages negotiation, contracts and coordination.
Quick answers
Is Mohammed Shami suitable for rural campaigns? Yes, his background makes him highly relatable for rural and small-town audiences.
Can he attend events in Uttar Pradesh or Bengal? Regional appearances can be requested, depending on his cricket commitments.
How is Mohammed Shami’s fee decided? Fees are not published. They depend on the deliverables, shoot or appearance days, usage rights, platforms, territories, campaign length and any category exclusivity, and they are confirmed with Mohammed’s team for each brief.
Can Mohammed Shami front a Bengal-focused campaign? Yes. He has played his domestic cricket for Bengal and speaks Bengali, so he has a strong following in the state alongside his Uttar Pradesh roots.
Enquire for a campaign or event
Choose the format you are planning. These are enquiry options, not confirmed services; Mohammed Shami’s team decides which briefs they accept.
- Brand endorsement
- Brand ambassador
- TV commercial
- Digital or social campaign
- Product launch
- Corporate event
- Public event or performance
- Commercial shoot or other
Fees are not published. They depend on deliverables, usage rights, duration and dates, and are confirmed with the talent’s team for your brief.
