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Shami bids farewell to Test cricket, targets white-ball future
India's Mohammed Shami has ended a 13-year Test career, but the fast bowler says he remains committed to playing limited-overs cricket and domestic multi-day formats.
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Mohammed Shami has closed the chapter on his Test cricket journey, stepping away from the red-ball format after 13 years in the international arena. The Indian fast bowler made the announcement on Friday, marking the conclusion of a lengthy Test career that saw him establish himself as a key member of India's pace attack.
Despite retiring from Test cricket, Shami has signalled his intention to continue playing in other formats. The 34-year-old fast bowler said he would remain available for white-ball cricket, including both One Day Internationals and Twenty20 matches, as these remain areas where he believes he can contribute to the national team.
In addition to his white-ball commitments, Shami indicated he would continue to participate in domestic first-class cricket. The veteran pacer's decision to step back from Tests while remaining involved in shorter formats reflects a strategic shift in focus as he enters the latter stages of his career.
Shami's retirement from Test cricket concludes a significant era for one of India's most reliable fast bowlers. His decision to remain active in limited-overs and domestic cricket suggests the bowler still has ambitions to serve Indian cricket in alternative capacities.