Overview

• Angelo Mathews has announced that the first Test against Bangladesh from June 17–21, 2025, in Galle will be his final Test match.
• The 37-year-old all-rounder has cited the need to make way for younger players as a key reason for his decision to step away from Test cricket.
• Mathews, who debuted in 2009, has played 118 Tests, scoring 8,167 runs, making him the third-highest Test run-scorer in Sri Lankan history.
• Sri Lanka Cricket has honored Mathews with a formal tribute, recognizing his 17 years of service, leadership, and contributions to the red-ball format.
• While retiring from Tests, Mathews has confirmed his availability for selection in Sri Lanka’s white-ball cricket teams moving forward.