Shami celebrates 100th first-class match with Duleep Trophy triumph

India’s veteran fast bowler Mohammed Shami reflected on his recent accomplishment of competing in 100 first-class matches during the Duleep Trophy 2026 final for East Zone.

Shami, who has been out of the Indian team for quite some time now, called playing 100 matches “always special” and highlighted that his hunger remains the same as before.

“100th match is always special,



whether you score a hundred and raise your bat for the first time or you play in 100 matches, it is a very long journey, a long sacrifice and a goal of your life,” Shami said in a video shared by BCCI Domestic.

“It’s a dream to play 100 first-class matches, make your state proud, play matches in different places, in different conditions and pick wickets; it’s a big thing, it’s a dream,” he added.