Mohamad Shami

🏏 Mohammed Shami’s Mental Health Struggle

📆 Around 2018

• Shami was going through personal and professional turmoil:
  • His marriage was in crisis, with serious allegations of domestic violence and infidelity made publicly by his wife.
  • He was being investigated by the BCCI at one point.
  • His cricket career was under threat — he was dropped from some squads.
  • He also suffered a car accident that left him physically injured.

😔 Shami’s Own Words:

In a 2020 interview, he said:

"There was a time I felt like ending my life. I used to lock myself in a room and just cry. I didn’t want to meet anyone. I thought of committing suicide three times."

He also said that he lost confidence completely and felt totally isolated.

💡 What Helped Him?

• His family — especially his brother — stood by him and didn’t let him sink further.
• Slowly, with time and support, he returned to training and found strength again through cricket.
• He said that being able to talk to someone, and having people around him who didn't give up on him, saved his life.

💪 The Comeback

• Shami not only returned to cricket, but came back stronger than ever.
• Played key roles in India’s Test and ODI teams.
• Became one of India’s most consistent fast bowlers.

🗣️ In His Words:

“People only see the success. They don’t know the kind of trauma and depression one goes through. I’m lucky I had people who helped me hold on.”

❤️ Why His Story Matters:

• He helped break the stigma around mental health in Indian sports, especially for men.
• He showed that even the strongest, most elite athletes can struggle mentally — and it’s okay to talk about it.