Shami Walks Off As Team India Pops Champagne After CT Final Triumph

Shami briefly stepped away from the stage during the champagne-filled celebrations but rejoined his teammates once the festivities concluded.

When a champagne bottle was popped, Shami quietly moved away from the stage.

Source : IANS

The Champions Trophy 2025 final between India and New Zealand took place on March 9, with India clinching a thrilling 4-wicket victory to secure their third Champions Trophy title.

Under Rohit Sharma's leadership, India lifted their second ICC trophy, sparking jubilant celebrations among the players. However, during the post-match celebrations on stage, a particular moment involving Mohammed Shami caught fans' attention and quickly went viral on social media.

Shami steps away during celebrations

As Rohit Sharma received the Champions Trophy from ICC Chairman Jay Shah, he invited the entire team to join him on stage. Shami also stepped up alongside his teammates, but when a champagne bottle was popped, he quietly moved away from the group.

A video of the moment spread rapidly online, with many speculating that Shami's decision was influenced by his religious beliefs, as Islam prohibits the consumption and contact with alcohol.

The veteran pacer briefly stepped away from the stage during the champagne-filled celebrations but rejoined his teammates once the festivities concluded.

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Social media controversy during the tournament

Earlier in the tournament, Shami faced social media backlash after being seen drinking an energy drink during India's semifinal match against Australia on March 4.

Some users questioned why he was not fasting during Ramadan. However, several former cricketers and Islamic scholars defended Shami, silencing the critics and emphasizing that an athlete's health takes priority.

Shami's role in India's victory

Despite off-field discussions, Shami delivered a stellar performance throughout the Champions Trophy 2025 tournament. He emerged as India's joint-highest wicket-taker in the tournament alongside Varun Chakravarthy, both securing 9 wickets.

India dominated ICC Champions Trophy 2025 - they ended their campaign remaining unbeaten till the end. Under Rohit Sharma's captaincy, India have now won 15 of their last 16 ODI matches in major ICC events, with their only loss coming in the 2023 World Cup final.