Mohammed Shami Receives Prestigious Arjuna Award By President Murmu

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Indian pace bowler Mohammed Shami, a vital component of the squads that reached the runner-up positions in the World Test Championship and ODI World Cup, was honored with the Arjuna Award by President Droupadi Murmu.

Shami’s standout performance in the World Cup, securing an impressive 24 wickets in just seven matches, played a pivotal role in earning him this prestigious recognition.

The award ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan was shared by Shami on his social media, expressing gratitude to his coach, BCCI, teammates, family, staff, and fans for their unwavering support.

Noteworthy recipients of the Arjuna Award in 2023 also include wrestler Antim Panghal, boxer Mohammad Hussamuddin, and badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, who were honored with the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award for their remarkable achievements in 2023.

The Arjuna Awards for 2023 were distributed across various sports, recognizing outstanding contributions to Indian sports.