Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket, to continue playing white-ball formats

Kolkata 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 connected to it.

When I first wore India's Test jersey, I had only a dream — to do something for my country. After that every wicket, every struggle, every injury and every comeback taught me something," Shami wrote. "Test cricket is not just a format for me, it is a very special part of my life.

Today I am deciding to retire from Test cricket with a heavy heart and unlimited beautiful memories," he added. Shami made his Test debut against the West Indies at the Eden Gardens on November 6, 2013. He finished with 229 wickets at an average of 27.71, including six five-wicket hauls.