Mohammed Shami wins Duleep Trophy as East Zone defeats South Zone
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 11, 2026, 6:01 AM
Last updated Sep 11, 2026
Mohammed Shami secured the Duleep Trophy title with East Zone after overcoming South Zone on the basis of a first-innings lead. The victory coincided with the veteran fast bowler's 100th first-class appearance. During the campaign, Shami dismissed Ravichandran Smaran and Sheikh Rasheed to help secure the result. The 36-year-old expressed praise for teenage teammate Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, noting the maturity of young players emerging from high-pressure domestic circuits like the IPL. Shami remains focused on maintaining his form and providing tactical guidance during challenging match situations. He last featured in an international Test during the 2023 World Test Championship final.
- •Mohammed Shami played his 100th first-class match during the Duleep Trophy final.
- •East Zone secured the title against South Zone on the basis of a first-innings lead.
- •Shami took the wickets of Ravichandran Smaran and Sheikh Rasheed in the final.
- •Shami last played for India in March 2025 and featured in the 2023 World Test Championship final.
- 6:01 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Literally as old as my career’: Why Mohammed Shami is impressed by Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
"Veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami recently emphasised the importance of nurturing young Indian cricketers. He highlighted how the pressures of high-stakes tournaments have accelerated their development. Shami is dedicated to offering strategic insights during tough matches. He also reflected on his own drive to stay motivated, even while away from the national team and celebrated his career milestone by capturing the Duleep Trophy during his 100th first-class match.
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