About Mohammed Shami
Mohammed Shami is an Indian bowler who plays for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. LSG traded for him for ₹10 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹4.25 crore in 2014 (Kolkata Knight Riders) to ₹10 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹63.3 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Kolkata Knight Riders against Rajasthan Royals on 8 April 2013, he has played 132 IPL matches, scoring 115 runs and taking 145 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Mohammed Shami in IPL
- IPL champion (2022): won the title with Gujarat Titans.
- Best bowling: 4/11 against Delhi Capitals in 2023.
- Best bowling season: 28 wickets in 2023.
- Player of the Match: 4 awards in the IPL.
- 132 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How Mohammed Shami’s Salary Compares at LSG
Mohammed Shami is the 4th highest-paid player in the 26-man LSG squad, taking about 8.2% of the team’s total player spend. The average LSG player earns about ₹4.67 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹10 crore with Sunrisers Hyderabad.