“Mubarak ho lala”- Virat Kohli congratulates Mohammed Shami after he gets facilitated by the Arjuna Award.

Team India’s prominent figure, Virat Kohli, extended his heartfelt congratulations to fellow teammate Mohammed Shami, who was conferred with the prestigious Arjuna Award by the President of India on Tuesday.

Shami’s remarkable contributions to Indian cricket earned him this esteemed accolade, particularly for his outstanding performances over the years. His exceptional display during the 2023 World Cup, hosted in India, was a highlight where he played a crucial role with the ball.

Regrettably, the Men in Blue fell short in the final as Australia emerged victorious, denying India the opportunity to lift the World Cup after 12 years. Shami, however, stood out as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker, claiming an impressive 24 wickets from just seven games.

Taking to his official Instagram account on Tuesday, Shami shared a video capturing the moment of receiving the Arjuna Award from the President of India. Expressing his gratitude, Shami acknowledged and thanked those who had been instrumental in his cricketing journey. In his Instagram post, Shami stated:

“Today, I take immense pride in being honored with the prestigious Arjuna Award by the President. My heartfelt thanks to all those who have played a pivotal role in supporting me through thick and thin – my coach, BCCI, teammates, family, staff, and, of course, my fans. Your unwavering support has been my pillar of strength. I am committed to consistently give my best to make my country proud. Once again, sincere thanks to everyone. Congratulations to the other Arjuna Award recipients.”

The post garnered well-wishes from several current and former cricketers, including Virat Kohli, who wrote in the comments section: “Mubarak ho lala,” extending his congratulations to Shami.