Archive · 23 May 2025
Angelo Mathews Set to Retire from Test Cricket
Angelo Mathews, a Sri Lankan cricketer, is retiring from Test cricket.
He's been playing for Sri Lanka for 17 years.
His last Test will be in June against Bangladesh.
He is retiring to give opportunities to younger players.
He will still be available to play white-ball cricket if needed.
He could also possibly score enough runs in his final Test to beat Virat Kohli's home Test run record.
Angelo Mathews announced his retirement from Test cricket.
His last Test match will be against Bangladesh starting June 17.
Mathews has played for Sri Lanka for 17 years.
He will be available for selection in white-ball cricket.
He has the potential to surpass Virat Kohli's home Test run tally in his final match.
- Who
- Angelo Mathews
- What
- Retiring from Test cricket
- When
- June 17
- Where
- Not specified
- Why
- To make way for younger talent and remain available for white-ball format.
- Player
- Angelo Mathews
- Sport
- Cricket
- Retirement Type
- Test Cricket
- Career Length
- 17 years
- Last Test Match
- June 17 vs Bangladesh
- Noteworthy
- Potentially surpass Virat Kohli in home Test runs
Sources
Angelo Mathews, former Sri Lanka captain, announces retirement from Test cricket
Mathews to retire from Test cricket, available for white-ball selection
Angelo Mathews retires from Test cricket to 'make way for young player'
Angelo Mathews To Retire From Tests After First Game Against Bangladesh
