New Delhi: Experienced Indian fast bowler Muhammad Shami He has made it clear that retirement is far from his mind, insisting that he will only retire from international cricket the day he feels “bored” – not because of age, selection constraints or injury.The 35-year-old, who last played for India during their triumph. ICC Champions Trophy The campaign, despite regaining full fitness, has been out of the national set-up for over a year. His absence comes after a brilliant domestic season where he took 67 wickets for Bengal.Go beyond limits with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!Speaking candidly on the Shubhankar Mishra Show, Shami dismissed any talk of an immediate retirement. “I’ll call him one day when I’m tired,” he said. But I am not thinking about retirement right now because such thoughts drag you down.Shami explained his philosophy by making it clear that his decision making would be fully automated. “If that thought crosses your mind, it means you are already tired. And if you are tired, it means you are bored. I have said it before – the day I wake up and feel bored I will quit cricket.”“So yes, the day I feel lazy or bored, I will quit. But I am neither bored nor lazy. I am enjoying the game. The results are good and positive,” he added, highlighting his constant hunger for the game.Focus on performance, not choice.Despite being ignored by the BCCI selectors led by Ajit AgarkarShami remains focused on what he can control — his performance.Now part of Lucknow Supergiants after a move to Sunrisers Hyderabad, the veteran fast bowler is determined to deliver. He said that as a bowler I will give my 100 percent. I will fulfill my responsibilities and try to live up to expectations. Relax, I can’t change my fate.“If Lucknow has trusted me, I will give my all. The important factor is satisfaction – whether I get a return for the preparation I have put in,” Shami added.
