Mohammed Shami said Test cricket has been more than just a format for me; it has been an incredibly special part of my life
I’m leaving behind the white jersey…,’ Shami ends 13-year test cricket: Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami has announced his retirement from Test cricket. He shared an emotional social media post, reflecting his journey in the longest format.
Announcing the decision to draw the curtain on his red ball career, the 36-year-old said every wicket, struggle, injury and comeback had taught him valuable lessons. Shami described Test Cricket as much more than just a format.
In a lengthy social media post Shami said, ‘ I’m leaving behind the white jersey, but never the memories tied to it… When I first wore India’s Test jersey, I had one dream—to do something for my country. Since then, every wicket, every struggle, every injury and every comeback has taught me something.’
‘Test cricket has been more than just a format for me; it has been an incredibly special part of my life. Today, with a heavy heart and countless beautiful memories, I am deciding to retire from Test cricket,’ Shami wrote.
Ending his impressive 13-year career Shami expressed gratitude to his teammates, coaches, family and millions of Indian supporters who continued to believe in him through both good and difficult times.
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.
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The veteran seamer last featured in a Test match during the ICC World Test Championship 2021-23 final against Australia, where he took 2/122 and 2/39 in the Test, which India lost by 209 runs. The 36-year-old has stepped down from Test cricket, but he will continue playing white-ball cricket for India.
