Mohammed Shami Retires From Test Cricket With 229 Wickets

Mohammed Shami's Test career began against West Indies in November 2013. According to Times of India, his retirement announcement came exactly 13 years after that debut.

He leaves with 229 wickets in 64 Tests. Adda247 Current Affairs reported that his decision ends a 13-year career in cricket's longest format.

On November 6, 2026, Shami announced his retirement from Tests. Times of India reported that the fast bowler was 36 when he brought his career in the format to a close.

By November 7, the response had moved beyond the announcement to whether Shami should have had another opportunity. India Today reported that Ravi Shastri believed he deserved another Test chance.

Former India head coach Shastri's disappointment was directed at the selectors, according to Times of India Top Stories. His criticism put the circumstances of Shami's departure alongside the tributes to his career.

Other coverage assessed what India was losing. Indian Express described Shami as Virat Kohli's go-to man at home and a second innings specialist, while The Hindu placed him among India's great seamers for his impact on matches.

Shami's retirement is from Test cricket, not all formats. World News CNA reported on November 7 that he was keeping his focus on white-ball cricket.

His Test record is now complete at 64 appearances and 229 wickets. The immediate debate concerns both his contribution and the opportunity Shastri believes he should have received, as reported by Times of India Top Stories.