India fast bowler Mohammed Shami said he would continue playing white-ball cricket and remain available for domestic multi-day matches after announcing his retirement from test cricket on Friday, bringing the curtain down on a 13-year career in the longest format.
The 36-year-old claimed 229 wickets in 64 tests after making an impressive debut against West Indies in 2013. He announced his decision in a video posted on social media, marking the anniversary of his first test appearance.
“Let’s end this 13-year journey here today,” Shami said.
“I made my debut today, and today I am taking retirement. I am leaving this, but I will continue to play white-ball cricket, whether it is IPL or domestic.
“If it is needed for fitness, I will continue to play days cricket. So, this was the journey so far. I started it today, and I am ending it today.”
Shami’s final test appearance came in the World Test Championship final against Australia in 2023. He continued to represent India in limited-overs cricket, but injuries and fitness concerns subsequently restricted his international appearances.
India’s leading wicket-taker in 50-over World Cup history with 55 dismissals, Shami last played a one-day international against New Zealand last year and featured in a Twenty20 international against England in February 2025.
He currently represents Bengal in domestic cricket and plays for Lucknow Super Giants in the Indian Premier League.
