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From World Cup Hero To Test Retirement: Mohammed Shami's Painful Final Chapter

From World Cup Hero To Test Retirement: Mohammed Shami's Painful Final Chapter

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Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on November 6, the same date he made his Test debut in 2013, via a late‑night social media post. India’s bowling coach Morne Morkel praised Shami’s influence on the field and said the fast bowler helped him settle into the Indian dressing room, understand the team’s philosophy and “Indian language.” Former head coach Ravi Shastri expressed disappointment that Shami did not receive another Test chance before retiring, noting a difference between gym work and match play. Earlier coverage hinted that Shami would continue to play other formats.

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  • left · 6 outlets

    Bowling coach Morne Morkel credited Mohammed Shami for helping him settle into the Indian dressing room as the fast bowler announced his retirement from Test cricket.

    — Mathrubhumi English

  • center · 6 outlets

    Shami represented India in 64 Test matches, claiming 229 wickets in 122 innings at an average of 27.71 and an economy rate of 3.30

    — Deccan Chronicle

  • right · 6 outlets

    Indian fast bowler Mohammad Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on Friday, bringing an end to a significant chapter in his international cricket career. The seasoned pacer shared the decision in an emotional social media post, reflecting on his journey in the longest format and thanking…

    — India TV

RSS excerpt

Mohammed Shami had made his Test debut on November 6, 2013, meaning he announced his retirement from the format on the same date as his first appearance in whites.

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NDTV Center-Right Adani Group (AMG Media) Current article

From World Cup Hero To Test Retirement: Mohammed Shami's Painful Final Chapter

Mohammed Shami had made his Test debut on November 6, 2013, meaning he announced his retirement from the format on the same date as his first appearance in whites.

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'What more do you want him to prove?': Shastri questions selectors over Shami's retirement

Former India head coach Ravi Shastri is disappointed that Mohammed Shami did not get another chance in India's Test team before announcing his retirement from the format. Shastri said playing in the gym and bowling in an actual match were two different things. According to him, a bowler's ability to…

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