In a letter addressed to SLC, the veteran bowler said:

“I would like to retire from playing Test cricket with immediate effect. After much thought I believe it is the right time to retire and I hope it will allow me to better prepare for ODI and T20 cricket, which I would like to continue playing for Sri Lanka subject to good performance and selection”

The former strike bowler with 48 test wickets to his name and best innings figures of 4/21, was ranked the ICC ODI No1 bowler in March 2009 after a 47 wicket haul in the preceding eleven months.

He played his last Test in June 2014 at Lord’s.

“His prowess is an integral part of the Sri Lankan bowling arsenal,” Sri Lanka Cricket said.