India, Nov. 6 -- India pacer Mohammed Shami announced his retirement from Test cricket on Friday night. Shami took to Instagram to post a video message, confirming the end of his playing career in whites. The 36-year-old last played for India in Tests in the World Test Championship (WTC) final against Australia in 2023.

The seasoned pro has been putting in the hard yards in the Ranji Trophy for Bengal, but was overlooked for a return to the national side.

Shami bows out having represented India in 64 Tests, taking 229 wickets.

"I am bidding farewell to the white jersey, but never to the memories associated with it. When I wore India's Test jersey for the first time, I had only one dream - to do something for my country. Since then, eve...