Veteran Indian fast bowler Mohammed Shami has officially announced his retirement from Test cricket. The 36-year-old pacer shared the decision via an Instagram post on Friday, November 6, 2026—the exact date he made his Test debut against the West Indies at Eden Gardens 13 years ago in 2013.
Shami’s Test career ends with 229 wickets in 64 matches, making him India’s 12th highest wicket-taker overall in Test history and the 6th highest among fast bowlers. He achieved six five-wicket hauls in red-ball cricket, with his career-best match figures of 9/118 coming on his debut match at Kolkata. His last Test appearance came in the 2023 World Test Championship (WTC) Final against Australia.
Read nextTowhid Hridoy's Historic Double Century & Taijul's Gritty Support Secure 30-Run Lead for BangladeshReflecting on his 13-year journey, Shami expressed gratitude to his coaches, trainers, physios, and fans for their unwavering support through injuries and high-pressure moments. While stepping away from red-ball international cricket, Shami confirmed he will remain active in white-ball formats, domestic tournaments, and the Indian Premier League (IPL).
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