Mohammed Shami explains ‘flying kiss’ celebration after fifer vs Bangladesh

Mohammed Shami gave a special reaction to Rohit Sharma’s support after taking a five-wicket haul against Bangladesh on Thursday.

Mohammed Shami led India’s pace battery with much aplomb on Thursday, as India defeated Bangladesh by six wickets at their 2025 Champions Trophy opener, in Dubai. The veteran registered figures of 5/53 in 10 overs, accounting for some key dismissals as Bangladesh crumbled for 228 in 49.4 overs in the first innings. Shami’s 10 overs saw him remove Soumya Sarkar (0), Mehidy Hasan Miraz (5), Jaker Ali (68), Tanzim Hasan Sakib (0) and Taskin Ahmed (3).

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Shami also caught the attention of fans with a flying kiss celebration, when he removed Taskin for his fifth wicket. Revealing during the post-match press conference, Shami dedicated the celebration to his father. Shami’s father passed away in 2017. “That is for my father because he is my role model. He said, “He always supports me.”

Reporters asked the veteran pacer about the backing he received from Rohit Sharma in the tournament.Ahead of the match, the India captain even backed Shami, claiming that it was important to see him return to action in national colours.

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Mohammed Shami responds to Rohit Sharma

Responding to Rohit, he said, “Whether it’s a question of the captain or the coach, it’s very important for every player to have this support. Because when you plan for such a big tournament, if you have players who trust you, it gives you peace of mind for the captain and the team. I always try to do my best. The one sitting on top determines how much he gives.

But I try to do the same on my side. I have received a responsibility and a role, and I strive to fulfill it. I always try to find that out. Like you guys have said that I have been in the ICC event – I didn’t even know the record, which you just said – may such records come in everyone’s life.”

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