305. Angelo Mathews Bids Farewell To Test Cricket

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Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast

Neha Shetty

332 episodes

21 hours ago

A podcast started by a cricket fanatic for anyone who is even remotely interested in Cricket and for the fans who ardently follow this beautiful game. I intend to talk all about cricket and keep you posted for some fresh perspectives and content. Follow us on Instagram and Threads @neveronthebackfoot and @neverontheback1 on Twitter too!

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305. Angelo Mathews Bids Farewell To Test Cricket

Never on the Backfoot: A Podcast

37 minutes 12 seconds

1 month ago

305. Angelo Mathews Bids Farewell To Test Cricket

Hi there! Welcome to Episode 305 of Never on the Backfoot Podcast. 17 years. 118 Tests. 8,214 runs. 16 centuries. 45 half-centuries. 33 wickets. The numbers speak volumes, but they only tell part of the story. In this special episode, we pay tribute to one of Sri Lanka’s finest cricketers — Angelo Mathews — as he calls time on an illustrious Test career.

The 37-year-old bows out as the third-highest run-scorer in Sri Lanka’s Test history, trailing only legends Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene.

A cornerstone of the team for over a decade, Mathews combined class, grit, and composure to become a mainstay in the side — whether with the bat, the ball, or his quiet leadership.

Joining us is cricket analyst and commentator Ricky Simms as we reflect on Mathews’ journey in whites: from his early promise to his most iconic innings, from leading Sri Lanka through transition to battling injuries and criticism with unshakable resilience.

We revisit match-saving knocks, understated all-round performances, and the calm determination that defined him. Where does Mathews rank among the greats? What legacy does he leave behind? And how will Sri Lankan fans — and cricket lovers around the world — remember him?

Tune in for a heartfelt conversation celebrating a true servant of Sri Lankan cricket.

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