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Marsh Retires From Shield Cricket But Leaves Test Door Ajar
8 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Mitchell Marsh will retire from Sheffield Shield cricket after the 2025-26 season.
- He remains committed to playing white ball cricket for the Perth Scorchers.
- Marsh has not completely ruled out a potential return to Test cricket.
Veteran Australian allrounder Mitchell Marsh will retire from Sheffield Shield cricket at the end of the 2025-26 season. The Western Australia player, aged 34, has been a significant presence in domestic first-class cricket for many years. His announcement follows speculation about a potential recall to Australia's Ashes squad.
Marsh will continue his involvement in the shorter formats of the game, maintaining his commitment to the Perth Scorchers in white ball competitions. While stepping away from the Sheffield Shield, Marsh has reportedly not closed the door entirely on the possibility of future Test appearances.
A recall to the Test side would likely depend on his continued availability and form in domestic cricket, given his current stance on the Shield. Marsh expressed his gratitude for his time playing Sheffield Shield cricket for Western Australia.
