Sri Lankan cricketer Upul Tharanga retires from International cricket

Veteran Sri Lankan opener Upul Tharanga has retired from International cricket. Image: Twitter

Xtra Time Web Desk: Sri Lanka cricketer Upul Tharanga on Tuesday announced his retirement from International Cricket. The flamboyant Lankan opener has hung his boots from international arena with immediate effect.

In a letter sent to the SLC, Tharanga thanked Sri Lanka Cricket for the support and the guidance rendered to him during his 16 year International Cricketing Career. He also thanked the coaches, players, administrators, management, and the support staff of the SLC.

“Upul Tharanga has done a tremendous service as a player to Sri Lanka Cricket during his long career and has been an integral part of the National Team during its many achievements,’’ said Ashley De Silva, CEO of Sri Lanka Cricket.