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Spinner Chahal Calls Time On Test Cricket, Eyes ODI Return
Indian cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal has retired from Test cricket despite never representing the country in the longest format. The leg-spinner remains focused on reclaiming a place in India's limited-overs squads.
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Yuzvendra Chahal has announced his retirement from Test cricket, bringing an end to aspirations that never materialised during his international career. The 33-year-old leg-spinner, who was never selected for a Test match, acknowledged that his dream of playing the longest format has passed but expressed determination to continue competing in shorter formats.
"I still have cricket left in me," Chahal said following his retirement decision. His statement underscores his intent to remain a factor in India's one-day and Twenty20 plans, where he has established himself as a dependable bowler over the years.
Chahal has been a regular fixture in India's limited-overs teams, particularly in T20 internationals where his variations have proven effective against batsmen. His retirement from Test cricket formalises what has been an evident reality throughout his career—that his international opportunities have been confined to ODI and T20 formats.
The spinner's focus now turns to earning fresh selection opportunities in the 50-over and 20-over formats, where he continues to vie for places in an increasingly competitive Indian cricket setup. His announcement comes as India continues to develop its squad depth across multiple formats ahead of upcoming international fixtures.