Cricketers who might retire after 2023 ODI World Cup

3. Angelo Mathews (Sri Lanka)

Angelo Mathews was a surprise omission from the Sri Lanka squad which was initially announced for the ODI World Cup 2023. But as the side got inflicted with multiple injuries, Mathews made a surprise return to the side and made an immediate impact in the win against England. Notably, the willy veteran took two wickets with the ball.

However, he failed to capitulate with both the ball and the bat in fixtures ahead, and in review of the humiliation at the hands of India, Mathews might be the one who faces the axe after the ODI World Cup. With 5'900 runs in 224 ODIs thus far and 3 centuries to his name, Mathews is a legend of Sri Lanka cricket given the tough transition phase the team has been going through for a long time now. But at the age of 36, Mathews might find this the right time to bid adieu to ODI cricket and continue in the Test format, which suits his style of batting as well.