Noida, Nov. 7 -- Former Indian cricketer Madan Lal on Saturday praised Mohammed Shami's contribution to Indian cricket following the pacer's retirement from Test cricket, saying he deserved to continue playing for the national side for at least another year.

Shami announced his retirement from the longest format after representing India in 67 Test matches and taking 229 wickets on Friday night.

Speaking to ANI, Madan Lal said Shami had enjoyed an excellent career and had played a crucial role in several of India's victories. However, he felt the pacer might have decided to call time on his Test career after waiting for another opportunity to represent the country.

"Absolutely, it has been a very good career because, look, if a pacer ha...