Mohammed Shami recalls first India team experience with Yuvraj Singh
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 10, 2026, 7:24 AM
Last updated Aug 10, 2026
Mohammed Shami shared his first experience in the Indian cricket team's dressing room as he reflected on his nerves upon joining. Yuvraj Singh humorously instructed him to stand on a chair and speak, which Shami struggled to do amid the presence of his cricketing idols. Shami described Shikhar Dhawan as the funniest teammate, highlighting his ability to lighten the mood even after defeats. These moments underscore the camaraderie among players, paving the way for Shami's successful career as a fast bowler, with 229 Test wickets to his name so far.
- •Shami felt nervous on joining the Indian team.
- •Yuvraj Singh made Shami speak during his first team meeting.
- •Shikhar Dhawan is noted as the team's funniest player.
- •Shami has taken 229 wickets in Test cricket.
- •Shami's last match was in the Champions Trophy final in 2025.
- 7:24 AMYahoo Sports — 'Yuvraj Singh asked me to stand on the chair': Mohammed Shami recalls first India dressing room experience
"Mohammed Shami shared his initial nervousness upon joining the Indian cricket team. He recalled Yuvraj Singh asking him to speak to the team during a meeting. Shami also identified Shikhar Dhawan as the team's funniest player. Dhawan often lifted the mood even after India suffered a defeat. These anecdotes highlight the camaraderie within the Indian dressing room.
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