Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) fast bowler Mohsin Khan thanked veteran India pacer Mohammed Shami for supporting him during his injury rehabilitation. The left-arm fast bowler revealed that Shami mentored him ahead of IPL 2026, helping him overcome physical and mental challenges after major surgery.

Lucknow Super Giants are currently at the bottom of the points table. Mohsin recently recorded impressive bowling figures of 5/23 against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR). Earlier in the tournament, the young pacer also bowled a maiden and dismissed opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi against Rajasthan Royals (RR).

People hope to see me on the road… – Mohsin Khan thanks Mohammed Shami

In a video shared by LSG, Mohsin Khan credited Mohammed Shami for acting like an elder brother and providing constant motivation. Mohsin said he used the training equipment given to him by Shami during his 15-month rehabilitation and remained focused on meeting fans’ expectations.

“It had been almost 14-15 months since the operation. Shami bhai helped me a lot there. I used all his equipment. He supported me a lot. People expect to see me as I was before the surgery, so that’s my goal.”

We all deserve a Shami Bhai in our lives ❤️💙 pic.twitter.com/JiB52Z3i56

– Lucknow Super Giants (@LucknowIPL) May 4, 2026

Mohsin has taken nine wickets at an average of 11.33 and an economic rate of 6.38 so far this season. Lucknow Super Giants retained the left-arm pacer despite his serious shoulder injury in 2022 that almost cost him his hand and a calf injury last year that limited his movement.

I was so scared that I couldn’t even walk or run – Mohammed Shami on Mohsin Khan

Mohammed Shami described the fear Mohsin Khan felt when he returned to training. Shami said he spoke to doctors to confirm it was safe before encouraging the young pacer to overcome his doubts by jogging and catching exercises.

“When he arrived, it was a very difficult moment. He was so afraid that he couldn’t even walk or run. At first he feels a little uncomfortable. I asked him, ‘What are you afraid of?’ He said: “I’ve just had my crutches taken off so I don’t have the confidence to jog comfortably.” So I talked to the doctors and said, ‘Don’t worry. Even if something small happens, you will know about it. As long as he’s here, leave him alone.’”

Shami himself suffered a serious ankle injury after the 2023 World Cup and spent a long time recovering before returning for the Champions Trophy in 2025. He understands the challenges of getting back into rhythm after such setbacks.

I told him to stop whenever he felt the slightest discomfort – Mohammed Shami

Mohammed Shami explained how he closely followed Mohsin Khan’s recovery. He advised the young pacer to continue pushing himself during training but to stop immediately if he felt any discomfort, ensuring a safe and stable return.

“Within 3 or 4 days, he started fishing and jogging. He told him to stop whenever he felt the slightest discomfort. But until that happens, keep it up. Otherwise, we will go backwards in 5 or 6 months.”

Together, Shami and Mohsin have taken 16 wickets for the Lucknow Super Giants this season. Fellow pacer Prince Yadav has also played a key role, picking up 13 wickets in the ongoing IPL campaign.

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