Aakash Chopra, a former Indian cricketer, has called for greater recognition of Mohammed Shami's contributions to the Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL). Despite taking three wickets in two matches, Shami's standout performance of 2 wickets for just 9 runs against the Sunrisers Hyderabad has gone largely uncelebrated. Chopra expressed his concerns on his YouTube channel, questioning why Shami is not receiving the credit he deserves. He highlighted Shami's remarkable bowling figures, which included 18 dot balls, during a match where seamers typically struggle due to the heat. Chopra praised Shami for dismissing key players like Travis Head and Abhishek Sharma, emphasizing that such performances are rare and should be celebrated. He noted that the IPL is the most competitive league globally, making Shami's achievements even more commendable.