India’s star bowler Mohammed Shami has been declared as the recipient of the Arjuna Award. It is a dream come true for him to be the recipient of India’s second-highest athletic honour. I feel Shami deserved it. The Arjuna Award, India’s second-highest athletic honour, is given for good performance over a period of the previous four years and for showing qualities of leadership, sportsmanship and a sense of discipline.
Shami expressed happiness for the honour and said even after many years of hard work people are not able to win this award. Shami has been a great ambassador of the game. He has been serving India for many years. Shami is a very hardworking and an excellent team player. The way he has progressed in all these years is an inspiration for many. He even braced for personal issues, but he bounced back. He is one of the best pacers India has ever produced. Despite living in the digital age, Shami keeps himself busy on the field.
Vikas Shukla,
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