Dimuth Karunaratne retires after 100-Test milestone

Dimuth Karunaratne, the former Sri Lankan cricket captain, concluded his international career with his 100th Test match against Australia, where he scored 14 runs in his final innings. Celebrated for leading Sri Lanka to its first Test series win in South Africa in 2019, he retires with a total of 7,222 runs at an average of 39.25, including 16 centuries. A poignant moment occurred as his teammates, including Dinesh Chandimal and Angelo Mathews, shared emotional farewells on the field, while Australian players applauded his contributions to the sport. Karunaratne's career spanned over a decade, marked by his resilience and leadership. His departure signifies the end of an era for Sri Lankan cricket, especially with limited Tests scheduled in the near future. ICC Chairman Jay Shah praised him as a great ambassador for cricket, highlighting the impact of his legacy.