Mobilenews24x7 Bureau
Colombo, Feb 2 : Sri Lanka pacer Suranga Lakmal will retire from international cricket after the tour of India which begins later this month. The 34-year-old has represented Sri Lanka in 68 Tests, 86 ODIs and 11 T20Is. Lakmal, a former Test captain, has taken 168 wickets in the longest format and 117 wickets in white-ball cricket. “I’m indebted to Sri Lanka Cricket for giving me this astonishing opportunity and having faith in me to bring back my mother land honour as it has been absolute pleasure to be associated with the board that shaped my professional life and also enriched my personal development,” said Lakmal in his retirement letter to Sri Lanka Cricket. “I’ve nothing but the utmost respect for all my players, coaches, team managers, support staff, administrative staff and all other supportive staff.” Sri Lanka are scheduled to play two Tests and three T20Is against India starting February 25
