Angelo Mathews Announced Retirement From Test After Bangladesh Series

Angelo Mathews, a veteran cricketer from Sri Lanka, has declared his retirement from Test cricket. He made his final appearance on June 17, 2025, in Galle, against Bangladesh. The decision brings an end to a remarkable 17-year career in the game's longest format. 

Mathews Test Career

Mathews, who turned 38 on the day of the game, made his Test cricket debut against Pakistan in 2009 at the same location. He started off as a promising all-rounder but developed into one of Sri Lanka's top middle-order batters over time. He has scored 8,167 runs at an average of 44.62 in 118 Test matches, including 16 hundreds. Between 2013 and 2017, he led Sri Lanka to 13 wins in 34 games while acting as captain. 

Mathews announced test retirement on social media

Mathews showed his appreciation in a honest social media post, he said “The past 17 years of playing cricket for Sri Lanka has been my highest honour and pride. I have given everything to cricket, and cricket has given me everything in return and made me the person I am today “

Will he be available for white ball cricket?

Mathews confirmed that he is available for white-ball formats despite moving away from Test cricket, saying he is still available "if and when my country needs me."

Mathew Will Play His 119th And Final Test Against Bangladesh

Mathews leaves behind a history of resolve, leadership, and important contributions to Sri Lankan cricket as he gets ready for his 119th and final Test. He will be remembered as one of the country's cricketing mainstays, and his retirement signifies the end of an era.