Archive · 21 Jun 2025
Angelo Mathews Retires From Test Cricket After Illustrious Career
Angelo Mathews, a famous Sri Lankan cricketer, has retired from playing Test cricket after a long career.
He played his last game against Bangladesh, where he scored some runs but didn't get a big score.
Throughout his 15-year career, he scored many runs and even captained the team.
In his final match, fans showed their appreciation with a special kite.
Mathews thanked everyone for their support and said he's happy for the younger players to take over.
He will always remember winning matches in England and against Australia.
Angelo Mathews retired from Test cricket after the Sri Lanka vs. Bangladesh match in Galle.
Mathews scored 39 and 8 in his final match, ending his career with 8,214 runs in 119 Tests.
He served Sri Lanka for over 15 years, making his debut in 2009 and captaining the team in 2013.
Mathews received a special tribute with a cobra kite and a guard of honor from the Bangladeshi players.
He expressed gratitude for the support he received and highlighted winning in England and whitewashing Australia as career highlights.
- Who
- Angelo Mathews.
- What
- Angelo Mathews retired from Test cricket.
- When
- June 21, 2025.
- Where
- Galle, Sri Lanka.
- Why
- Mathews decided it was time for the younger generation to lead Sri Lanka cricket.
Fans
Players
Career Appreciation
Fans
Celebrating Mathews' outstanding career.
Players
N/A
- Runs Scored
- 8,214
- Test Matches Played
- 119
- Average
- 44.4
- Centuries
- 16
- Debut Year
- 2009
- Captaincy Started
- 2013
