Mohammed Shami’s one-meal secret: ‘I avoid sweets and only eat dinner, no breakfast or lunch’ – Sports News

Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami has revealed a surprising fitness routine that helps him stay match-ready at 34—he eats just one meal a day and strictly avoids sweets. Shami, who recently became the fastest Indian to take 200 ODI wickets, shared his regimen during an interaction with Navjot Singh Sidhu on Star Sports.

“After 2015, I only have one meal a day. I only have dinner; no breakfast, no lunch. It is very difficult to do such a thing, but once you get used to it, then it becomes very easy,” Shami said.

The ace pacer has been instrumental in India’s Champions Trophy campaign, taking five wickets against Bangladesh in Dubai. However, his journey back to international cricket wasn’t easy. A 14-month injury layoff followed his heroic 24-wicket haul in the 2023 ODI World Cup, where he finished as the tournament’s leading wicket-taker.

Shami suffered an ankle injury in the final against Australia, requiring surgery. Swelling on his left knee further delayed his return, forcing him to miss over a year of international cricket. During this period, his weight increased to 90 kg, but he worked hard to regain fitness.

“I have lost nine kgs (during rehabilitation). The most difficult thing is you have to challenge yourself. When I was at the NCA, it was a very difficult phase,” he admitted.

Despite his strict diet, Shami occasionally indulges in his favorite dish. “As far as biryani is concerned, sometimes it’s okay,” he added with a smile.

As India gears up for a high-voltage Champions Trophy clash against Pakistan, Shami will once again be a key player, hoping to continue his stellar form on the big stage.

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