5 instances of cricketers being charged with grave crimes

#1 Mohammed Shami

South Africa v India - 2nd Test, Day 1 — Mohammed Shami has been India's premier fast bowler in test cricket in recent times

Mohammed Shami has been India's mainstay in fast-bowling department off late.

However, his career has taken a worse turn after his wife Hasin Jahan has accused the cricketer of infidelity and assualt. Jahan posted screenshots of Shami's controversial chats with girls on her Facebook page. She also filed a complaint with the Kolkata police, following which Shami was booked for several charges including domestic abuse, attempt to murder, causing hurt by poison etc.

His central contract was put on hold after the news broke out. If proven guilty, Shami could face a long sentence in prison which would virtually mean the end of his cricketing career.

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Edited by Amar Anand