Shami emerged as India's standout performer in the home 50-over mega event, claiming the title of the highest wicket-taker despite sitting out the initial four matches in the playing XI.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
He achieved three remarkable five-wicket hauls during the ODI World Cup showcasing his prowess against New Zealand, Sri Lanka, and impressively once more against the Kiwis in the thrilling first semi-final. However, during the Sri Lanka match, a segment of social media users attempted to stir controversy surrounding Shami's celebration of his 5-wicket haul.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
In a viral video, Shami was seen kneeling and touching the ground with both hands after dismissing Kasun Rajitha Sri Lanka's to complete his 5-fer.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Then, some voices on social media alleged that Shami intended to offer a prayer on the field but refrained from doing so, potentially out of concern for backlash or misinterpretation of his actions.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Reacting to such baseless allegations, Shami said that he is a proud Indian and a proud Muslim and emphasised that no one would have prevented him from praying if he had intended to do so during the match.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"If I want to do Sajda then who will stop me? I won\u2019t stop anyone from other religion nor will they stop me. If I want to do it, I will do it. What\u2019s the problem in it? I\u2019m a Muslim, I proudly say that I\u2019m a Muslim and an Indian.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\"So what\u2019s the problem in it? If I had any problem then I wouldn\u2019t be living in India. If I had to take permission to do Sajda from someone then why will I live here,\u201d said Shami on Agenda Aaj Tak.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Shami further elaborated that during the group match against Sri Lanka, he bowled with an immense intensity, giving his all at a 200 per cent effort. He clarified that his gesture of sinking to the ground and kneeling was a result of exhaustion from putting in such a tremendous effort during the game.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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