Shami Retires From Test Cricket, to Continue Playing White-Ball Formats
The 36-year-old fast bowler will keep playing white-ball cricket after taking 229 wickets in 64 Tests for India.
- Today, Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket, ending a 13-year career in the longest format. The 36-year-old shared his decision via an emotional Instagram video on the anniversary of his debut.
- Against the West Indies at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, Shami made his Test debut in 2013. Over 64 matches, he claimed 229 wickets, establishing himself as a premier pace bowler for India.
- His ability to generate reverse swing and maintain an upright seam made him vital to India's pace attack. He recorded 6/56 as his best innings figures and a match haul of 9 for 118 against the West Indies.
- Included in Bengal's 19-member squad for the upcoming Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, Shami will continue playing white-ball cricket. He intends to remain available for domestic and IPL formats.
- His final Test appearance came during the World Test Championship Final against Australia in 2023. Shami acknowledged the role of the BCCI and the Cricket Association of Bengal in his development.
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Shami retires from Test cricket, to continue playing white-ball formats
Kolkata, Nov 6: Out-of-favour India pacer Mohammed Shami on Friday announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing an end to a 12-year career in which he claimed 229 wickets from 64 matches. The 36-year-old, who has been out of the Indian team since the 2025 Champions Trophy, announced his decision through an Instagram post, adding that he would continue to play white-ball cricket. "I am leaving the white jersey, but never the memories conn…
Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket, brings curtains down on 13-yr journey - The Tribune
Shami represented India in 64 Test matches, claiming 229 wickets in 122 innings at an average of 27.71 and an economy rate of 3.30. His best bowling figures were 6/56, while he registered 12 four-wicket hauls and six five-wicket hauls.
'Safed jersey se vida': Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket after 13-year journey
Mohammed Shami has announced his retirement from Test cricket after playing 64 matches over 13 years. He took 229 wickets and had a notable best performance of 6/56. Shami expressed gratitude to his teammates, coaches, and fans for their support throughout his career. His Test debut occurred against the West Indies in November 2013, and his final match was in June 2023.
Mohammed Shami has announced his retirement from Test cricket. In his farewell post, he described his memories of the white jersey as special. He thanked his players, coaches, family, the BCCI, and fans for their support along the way.
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