The veteran Indian pacer delivered an immediate impact, striking with the very first ball of Delhi Capitals’ chase by dismissing KL Rahul for a golden duck. In doing so, Shami etched his name into the IPL record books, becoming the first bowler in the tournament’s 18-year history to claim five first-ball wickets — a remarkable and unmatched feat.
Shami finished with impressive figures of 1 for 28 in his four overs, once again showcasing his control, discipline, and rhythm despite being out of India’s national setup for over a year. His early breakthrough played a key role in reducing Delhi Capitals to 26 for 4, briefly putting Lucknow in a commanding position.
