Cricket: Jayasuriya retires from tests

Sri Lanka's Sanath Jayasuriya walks back to pavilion after being dismissed by England's Matthew Hoggard. Photo / Reuters

KANDY - Sri Lanka batsman Sanath Jayasuriya said he would be retiring from test cricket after the series opener against England in Kandy.

"This is the best opportunity for me to retire from test cricket," Jayasuriya told Sky Sports News. "I decided that this is my last one."

The 38-year-old, who was dismissed for 78 in his 110th test, has scored 14 centuries since making his debut against New Zealand in Hamilton in 1991.

He said he would continue to play one-day cricket. He has made 403 appearances for Sri Lanka in the limited-overs game.

- REUTERS