‘Legends don't say goodbye’: Ex-cricketer's tribute for Shami after retirement

NewsSports NewsCricket News‘Some legends don't say goodbye’: Ex-India cricketer's heartfelt message for Mohammed Shami after Test retirement ‘Some legends don't say goodbye’: Ex-India cricketer's heartfelt message for Mohammed Shami after Test retirement Edited by Pranav Shukla / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Nov 07, 2026, 08:49 IST Former India cricketer and ex-Bengal captain Manoj Tiwary paid an emotional tribute to Mohammed Shami after the veteran fast bowler announced his retirement from Test cricket on Friday, bringing the curtain down on a 12-year career in the longest format.Tiwary, who had the opportunity to lead Bengal with Shami in his bowling attack, took to X to reflect on the pacer's impact and recall his association with the speedster.

He described Shami as a warrior, while also highlighting the lasting memories he had created through his performances in the red-ball format. Watch Eden Park honours Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi with special mural in Auckland "The red ball may no longer be in his hands, but the memories of his thunderbolts will forever remain in the hearts of cricket lovers.

Some legends don't say goodbye; they simply become history," Tiwary wrote. Recalling his time as Bengal captain, he added: "This what it meant to me When I was leading the bengal team and having Shami in the bowling line up.

Warrior at heart"Shami's announcement brings an end to an impressive Test career spanning 64 matches, during which he picked up 229 wickets. The 36-year-old made the announcement through an Instagram post, confirming that while he would no longer represent India in the white jersey, he intended to continue playing white-ball cricket.

"I am leaving the white jersey, but never the memories connected to it. When I first wore India's Test jersey, I had only a dream — to do something for my country. After that every wicket, every struggle, every injury and every comeback taught me something," Shami wrote."Test cricket is not just a format for me, it is a very special part of my life.

Today I am deciding to retire from Test cricket with a heavy heart and unlimited beautiful memories," he added.A 12-year journey in India's Test colours Shami made his Test debut against the West Indies at Kolkata's Eden Gardens on November 6, 2013.

He ended his career with 229 wickets at an average of 27.71, including six five-wicket hauls.Join conversation Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app. Dia Mirza Diwali Video Row: Genuine Outrage or Bigotry?

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