The Cricket World Cup 2023 final, a highly anticipated battle between India and Australia, took an emotional turn for Indian pacer Mohammed Shami’s family, as his mother, Anum Ara, suffered a health scare during the match. While Shami delivered a stellar performance on the field, his mother fell ill back home near Sahashpur village in the Amroha district of Uttar Pradesh, prompting urgent medical attention.
Anum Ara was rushed to the local hospital after experiencing fever and nervousness during the gripping final match. Dr. Mumtaz, Shami’s cousin, conveyed to the Times of India that immediate treatment was provided, and she was later moved to another healthcare facility for further medical support. Fortunately, she has been reported to have stabilized and is currently in normal condition.
The hospitalization incident occurred while Shami made cricket history by becoming the leading wicket-taker of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023. The talented bowler demonstrated an exceptional comeback after missing the first half of the tournament. On his return, Shami seized the opportunity in India’s fifth league stage match against New Zealand and left an indelible mark that set a benchmark for bowlers worldwide.
Throughout his seven matches in the tournament, Shami captured 24 wickets at a remarkable average of 10.70 and an impressive strike rate of 12.20. He registered the best figures of 7/57, which not only included three five-wicket hauls and a four-wicket haul but also marked the finest bowling figures achieved by an Indian in World Cup history. In a total of 18 World Cup matches, the pacer has claimed 55 wickets, positioning him as the fifth-highest wicket-taker in tournament history, and boasting the most number of five-wicket hauls by any bowler. The record for the highest wickets in World Cup history is still held by Australia’s Glenn McGrath, with 71 scalps in 39 matches.
On the pitch, the match unfolded with strategic decisions and skillful executions. Australia won the toss and chose to field, leading to India being bowled out for 240 runs in 50 overs. Faced with a challenging batting surface, substantial innings were required, and India’s top-order batsmen rose to the occasion. Captain Rohit Sharma scored a swift 47 off 31 balls, Virat Kohli solidified the innings with 54 off 63 balls, and KL Rahul contributed with a steady 66 off 107 balls.
From the Australian bowling lineup, Mitchell Starc emerged as the most successful bowler with figures of 3/55. Captain Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood supported the cause, capturing two wickets each, while Adam Zampa and Glenn Maxwell claimed a wicket apiece.
Australia, in their pursuit of 241, initially faltered under the disciplined Indian bowling attack, which reduced them to 47/3. It was the formidable partnership between Travis Head, with a magnificent century, and Marnus Labuschagne’s supportive innings that steered Australia towards an emphatic seven-wicket victory.
Shami, on the other hand, managed to take one wicket, whereas Jasprit Bumrah bagged two. Despite the defeat, Shami’s individual performance in the World Cup was nothing short of extraordinary. The ‘Player of the Match’ award was deservingly bestowed upon Travis for his remarkable century that anchored the Australian chase.
Cricket enthusiasts and followers can catch the latest songs impacting the World Cup experience exclusively on JioSaavn.com. Travis’s stellar performance and the Australian triumph at the Cricket World Cup 2023 final will be noted in cricketing history, paralleled with the family concern for Mohammed Shami’s mother, who thankfully is said to be recovering well. Fans worldwide continue to send their best wishes to Shami’s family during this time, as the cricket community stands united both on and off the field.