Mohammed Shami has strongly reacted to the gossip of his retirement in the field of cricket. The Indian pacer dismissed the rumor, and why did the rumors even start in the first place and who exactly is the beneficiary of the rumors.
Mohammed Shami on Speculation Around His Future
The veteran fast bowler was omitted in the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy in England, and this raised speculation on his future. Shami however emphasized that he would be making the decision of retiring at a time when he lost the passion of the game and not due to external clatter.
Shami says that on a day he wakes up with no drive to train or he feels uninterested in the grind, that is when he will walk away. Up to this point, he is still dedicated to playing, be it on behalf of India, in the local cricket or any other stage he is offered.
He expressed his frustration, saying, “If someone has a problem, tell me. Whose life will become better if I take retirement? Mai kiski zindagi mein patthar bana hua hu ki tumhe mujhse retirement chahiye? The day I get bored, I will leave.”
Mohammed Shami Focused on Playing Wherever Possible
The Indian pacer stressed that the choice of selectors will not determine his affection to the game. Shami explained that his removal of the international squad will not drive him to the retirement. Rather, he intends to continue to compete in any format or level that he has the chance.
“You don’t pick me, don’t play me, I don’t care. But I will keep working hard. You don’t pick me in international, I will play domestic. I will keep playing somewhere or the other,” Shami said, and it is obvious that he is still very hungry with the game.
He also brought out the fact that retirement only comes when the players grow weary of getting up early to the grind of Tests and tournaments.That day is not yet come to him. “I’ll be up at 5 if you want me to,” Shami said.
Mohammed Shami’s Recent Exclusion Raises Questions
This year Shami played in India limited-overs teams earlier in the year in England series. His omission on the 2025 Asia Cup squad, however, cast doubt on whether he remains a part of the long-term plans of the team.
Nevertheless, the pacer is resolved to remain focused. Instead of being depressed, Shami is putting his energies to go on with his journey, to hone his skills and to demonstrate his value whenever he gets a chance.
Mohammed Shami’s World Cup Dream Remains Alive
To Shami, the eventual aim remains apparent, winning an ODI world cup with India. He acknowledged that it was a heart breaking version of 2023, in which India was so near but failed to complete the task. But he has not lost hope and he wishes to play a significant role in 2027.
“I only have one dream left, that is to win the ODI World Cup. I want to be a part of that team and perform that win the ODI World Cup and bring it home. We were very close in 2023,” he reflected.
He remembered the feeling of that tournament, that the team had momentum but at the same time there was fear before getting into the knockouts. Nevertheless, the faith and fans continued to support them with overwhelming support. To Shami, fate might not have been kind at the time but the dream is still bright.
ALSO READ: Shreyas Iyer’s Net Worth, Salary, and Endorsements: How Asia Cup 2025 Snub Affects His Earnings?
