Mohammed Shami (Image credit: LSG) NEW DELHI: India veteran Mohammed Shami has made it clear that retirement is a long way off, insisting he will only retire from international cricket the day he feels “bored” – not because of age, selection insults or injuries.The 35-year-old, who last played for India during their triumphant ICC Champions Trophy campaign, has been out of the national squad for over a year despite regaining full fitness. His absence also comes after a stellar domestic season where he took 67 wickets for Bengal.
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Angkrish Raghuvanshi only focused on team wins Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SIGN UP NOW!Speaking candidly on The Shubhankar Mishra Show, Shami dismissed any talk of an immediate retirement. “When he gets tired, I’ll call it a day. But right now I’m not even thinking about retirement because those kinds of thoughts drag you down,” he said.Shami elaborated on his philosophy and made it clear that his decision will be entirely his own. “If that thought crosses your mind, it means you’re already tired. And if you’re tired, it means you’re bored. I’ve said it before too – I’ll quit cricket the day I wake up and I’m bored.”“So yes, the day I feel lazy or bored, I will quit. But I am neither bored nor lazy. I enjoy the game. The results are good and positive,” he added, emphasizing his continued hunger for the sport.Focus on performance, not choiceDespite being overlooked by the BCCI selectors led by Ajit Agarkar, Shami remains focused on what he can control – his performance.Now part of Lucknow Super Giants after a move from Sunrisers Hyderabad, the seasoned pacer is determined to deliver. “As a bowler, I will give 100 per cent. I will fulfill my duties and try to meet the expectations. Rest, I will not change my luck,” he said.“If Lucknow trusts me, I will give my all. The main element is satisfaction – whether I get paid back for the preparation I put in,” added Shami.Also Read: GT vs PBKS Live Score
