A Fitting Farewell for a Sri Lankan Great

The Galle International Stadium witnessed a poignant moment as Angelo Mathews concluded his illustrious Test career after 17 years. A touching guard of honor, presented by the Bangladesh cricket team, marked the end of an era for the Sri Lankan batting stalwart.

Mathews, in his final innings, contributed a respectable 39 runs, bringing his overall Test career tally to an impressive 8,206 runs and 16 centuries. A testament to his dedication and skill, these numbers solidify his place among Sri Lanka’s cricketing greats.

The announcement of his Test retirement came earlier via social media, where Mathews expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the opportunities cricket had provided him. While hanging up his Test whites, he confirmed his continued availability for Sri Lanka’s limited-overs formats. This respectful farewell underlines the profound respect and admiration he commands within the cricketing world.