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In a heartfelt message to his friends, family, and fans, Angelo Mathews has officially announced his retirement from international Test cricket. The veteran cricketer, who has proudly represented Sri Lanka for 17 years, expressed deep gratitude for the memories, opportunities, and love he has received throughout his illustrious career.
Mathews reflected on the pride and patriotism he felt every time he donned the national jersey, saying, “I have given my everything to cricket, and cricket has given me everything in return and made me the person that I am today.”
He thanked the thousands of Sri Lankan cricket fans who supported him through highs and lows, expressing his appreciation to God, his family, coaches, school (St. Joseph’s College, Colombo), Sri Lanka Cricket, and his management team.
Mathews’ final Test appearance will be against Bangladesh this June. While stepping away from the red-ball format, he confirmed that he remains available for white-ball cricket and selection if needed by the national team.
Angelo Mathews leaves behind a legacy of leadership, resilience, and dedication, inspiring a new generation of cricketers to carry the Sri Lankan flag forward.
