Sixes Galore on Hanuman Jayanti: 'Foreign Devotee' of Shri Ram Shatters Shami's Confidence with Brutal Blow
- byPranay Jain
- 12 Apr, 2025

Hanuman Jayanti, celebrated with fervor across India on Saturday, April 12, saw not only religious devotion but also explosive cricket action. On this auspicious day, a 'foreign devotee' of Shri Ram made a remarkable impact in the IPL match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Punjab Kings, where he delivered one of the worst blows of Mohammed Shami’s career.
The match, held at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad, saw the Punjab Kings batsmen dominating the Sunrisers bowlers. However, it was Mohammed Shami who became the prime target, especially during the powerplay. Priyansh Arya struck two consecutive sixes off Shami, setting the tone for what was to come. Despite Shami’s brief comeback later in the game, the momentum had shifted.
In the final over, Marcus Stoinis, the 'foreign devotee' of Shri Ram, completely turned the tide. His powerful sixes left Shami reeling, and the Sunrisers' bowlers had no answer to the onslaught. Stoinis’s performance not only destroyed Shami’s confidence but also made the match a memorable one for all cricket fans, especially on such a significant day.