{
  "id": 18627815,
  "title": "‘Legends don't say goodbye’: Ex-cricketer's tribute for Shami after retirement",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/07/legends-dont-say-goodbye-ex-cricketers-tribute-for-shami-after",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-11-07T03:19:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Times of India",
    "slug": "times-of-india",
    "url": "https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/news/some-legends-dont-say-goodbye-ex-india-cricketers-heartfelt-message-for-mohammed-shami-after-test-retirement/articleshow/135624969.cms"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Former India fast bowler Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on Friday, ending a 12-year career that spanned 64 matches and 229 wickets, according to an X post by ex-Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary. Tiwary, who led Bengal with Shami in the bowling attack, praised the pacer as a warrior and reflected on the lasting memories created through Shami's performances in the red-ball format. Shami made his Test debut against the West Indies at Eden Gardens in November 2013 and ended his career with a 27.71 average, including six five-wicket hauls. His ability to extract movement with both new and old balls made him a vital member of India's pace attack across various playing conditions. The 36-year-old's final Test appearance came in the 2023 World Test Championship final against Australia at Lord's.",
  "summary": "Mohammed Shami has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket, marking the end of a distinguished twelve-year journey. Over his career, he participated in 64 Tests, claiming 229 wickets for India, with standout performances particularly against South Africa and Australia. Manoj Tiwary, his fellow cricketer, honored Shami's impact on the sport, calling him a true warrior. Shami plans to…",
  "key_points": [
    "Mohammed Shami retires from Test cricket after 12-year career",
    "64 matches and 229 wickets in India's pace attack",
    "Final Test appearance in 2023 World Test Championship final"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The departure of a veteran pace specialist leaves a significant void in the national bowling attack after more than a decade of providing vital movement in red-ball cricket.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}