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Angelo Mathews, former Sri Lanka captain, announces retirement from Test cricket
Angelo Mathews confirmed that he will play his final Test against Bangladesh in Galle, which will be the first of the two-match series at home for Sri Lanka, marking the start of the new cycle. Mathews has represented Sri Lanka in 118 red-ball matches, while captaining them in 34 of them.
Angelo Mathews Bids Farewell to Test Cricket 🇱🇰
Veteran Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews has announced his retirement from Test cricket. The upcoming Test against Bangladesh in Galle, starting June 17, will be his final red-ball match.
Mathews shared an emotional message, saying:
🗣️ “With a grateful heart and unforgettable memories… it is time for me to say goodbye to the most cherished format of the game.”
Test Career Stats:
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Matches: 118
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Runs: 8,167
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Average: 44.62
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Centuries: 16
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Fifties: 45
Mathews, who has been a pillar in Sri Lanka’s middle order since 2009, confirmed he will continue to play white-ball cricket for Sri Lanka.
His departure comes just weeks after Virat Kohli also stepped away from the format — and Mathews is only 13 runs short of surpassing Kohli’s Test runs at home.
🎖️ A true legend of Sri Lankan cricket begins his farewell lap.