'God did not accept it': Ex-India cricketer on Shami's unfulfilled Test comeback
Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket, concluding a notable 13-year career. Bengal coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla expressed disappointment over Shami's inability to return to the Indian side. Shami last represented India in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia. Despite retiring from Tests, Shami will continue to play white-ball cricket for Bengal in upcoming…
Mohammed Shami has announced his retirement from Test cricket, ending a 13-year international career. The 36-year-old shared the decision in an emotional video on Instagram on November 6, which marks the anniversary of his Test debut in 2013. Shami's final appearance for India was in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia.
According to Gulf News, Shami finishes his Test career with 229 wickets from 64 matches, a tally that includes six five-wicket hauls. While he is retiring from the longest format, the Times of India reports that he will continue to play white-ball cricket for Bengal. Bengal coach Laxmi Ratan Shukla expressed disappointment regarding Shami's inability to return to the Indian side.
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