
His ascendancy wasn't solely a result of his stellar performance against New Zealand on Wednesday night. Shami had transformed into a singular force, surpassing even Jasprit Bumrah in impact. The statistics undeniably support this assertion. With 23 wickets from six matches, including three five-wicket hauls, Shami boasts a staggering strike-rate of 10.9 – the best in the tournament by a significant margin. Yet, the numbers alone don't narrate the complete tale.