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IPL Retention 2026: Veteran Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami has joined Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in a trade deal with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction.

Shami, the second-highest expensive buy for SRH before the IPL 2025 season at Rs 10 crore, will transfer to LSG at the same fee.

The senior speedster has ample experience, featuring in 119 IPL games with five different teams since his debut in 2013. Before joining SRH, Shami was a pivotal member of the Gujarat Titans (GT) and won the Purple Cap in 2023 with 28 scalps in 17 matches.

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"Veteran fast bowler Mohd Shami will turn out for the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) after a successful trade from Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH). Shami, the second-most expensive acquisition for SRH ahead of the IPL 2025 season at INR 10 crore, will move to LSG at his existing fee," the statement from IPL read.

"The senior pacer brings a wealth of experience, having played 119 IPL matches across five franchises since making his debut in 2013. Before joining SRH, Shami was an integral part of the Gujarat Titans setup and clinched the Purple Cap in 2023 with 28 wickets in 17 matches. Although he missed the 2024 season due to injury, he enjoyed an equally impactful 2023 campaign, contributing 20 wickets to GT’s title triumph." it further added.

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Although he was benched in the 2024 season due to injury, he had a powerful 2023 campaign, taking 20 wickets and playing a vital role in GT's championship win.

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