Archive · 18 Jun 2025
Shastri's Biryani Banter Fuels Shami's Match-Winning Spell
During a cricket match, coach Ravi Shastri playfully commented on Mohammed Shami's biryani consumption.
Shami got upset, which motivated him to play better.
He then took five wickets, helping India win the game against South Africa in Johannesburg, saving the team from losing the series.
Mohammed Shami was teased by coach Ravi Shastri about eating biryani during a match against South Africa.
Shami reacted angrily and refused the biryani.
The incident occurred during a Test match in Johannesburg, where India was at risk of a series whitewash.
Shami then took a five-wicket haul, helping India win by 63 runs.
Shastri and Arun encouraged Shami to channel his anger into his bowling.
- Who
- Ravi Shastri, Mohammed Shami, and Bharat Arun.
- What
- Ravi Shastri's comment about biryani motivated Mohammed Shami to take a five-wicket haul, leading India to victory.
- When
- The incident happened during a test match in 2018.
- Where
- Johannesburg, South Africa.
- Why
- To demonstrate how anger can fuel performance.
Player's Reaction
Team's Strategy
Anger and Motivation
Player's Reaction
Shami's initial anger at being teased.
Team's Strategy
Not applicable.
- Player
- Mohammed Shami
- Coach
- Ravi Shastri, Bharat Arun
- Match Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Series
- 2018 South Africa Tour
- Result
- India won by 63 runs
- Shami's Wickets
- Five-wicket haul
