Will Mohammed Shami retire from international cricket? Veteran pacer reveals
What's the story
Veteran Indian pacer Mohammed Shami will only retire from international cricket when he feels "bored." The 35-year-old last played for India during their victorious ICC Champions Trophy campaign last year. He has been away from the national team ever since, despite being fully fit and having a stellar domestic season with Bengal. Shami is set to feature for Lucknow Super Giants in the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL).
Retirement stance
'When I get tired, I will call it a day'
In a candid chat on The Shubhankar Mishra Show, Shami dismissed any talk of immediate retirement. He said, "When I get tired, I will call it a day. But I am not even thinking about retirement right now because such thoughts pull you down." He elaborated on his philosophy, making it clear that his decision will be entirely self-driven.
Focus on performance
'I can't change my luck'
Despite being ignored by the BCCI selectors, Shami is focused on the controllables. Now playing for LSG in the IPL after a transfer from Sunrisers Hyderabad, the veteran pacer is determined to deliver. "As a bowler, I will give my 100%. I'll perform my responsibilities and try to meet expectations. Rest, I can't change my luck," he said.
Career
A look at his career
Shami remains one of India's most lethal pacers across formats. As of now, the right-arm pacer has taken 229 Test, 209 ODI, and 27 T20I wickets. He was the leading wicket-taker of the 2023 ODI World Cup, where India finished as the runners-up. Shami took 24 wickets in just seven matches, including three five-wicket hauls and his career-best figures of 7/57.