Avishka Fernando

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Avishka Fernando Profile

Avishka Fernando, a name synonymous with young talent in Sri Lankan cricket, has been making waves since his international debut. Born in Wadduwa, this right-handed batsman first caught attention during the U19 Cricket World Cup, showcasing his prowess as a top-order batsman. His aggressive style, combined with a natural flair, sets him apart in the modern game. Avishka’s innings against the West Indies in the 2019 World Cup further cemented his reputation as a future mainstay for the national team. Not just limited to international cricket, Fernando’s contributions in domestic circuits, especially for the Colts Cricket Club, have been noteworthy. As he continues to evolve, experts believe that Avishka is poised to be one of the pillars of Sri Lankan cricket in the coming years.

Avishka Fernando Stats

Avishka Fernando Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
ODI	29	29	0	990	127	34.13	1077	91.92	3	5	100	16	14	0
T20I	33	31	2	337	37	11.62	358	94.13	0	0	26	7	7	0
FC	29	47	2	1524	223	33.86	2103	72.46	3	7	206	20	22	0
List A	76	74	3	2842	139	40.02	2996	94.85	9	12	308	56	33	0
T20	108	105	8	2641	100	27.22	2002	131.91	1	19	229	127	30	0

Avishka Fernando Bowling Career Summary

Format

Mat

Inns

Balls

Runs

Wkts

BBI

BBM

Ave

Econ

SR

4w

5w

10w

ODI

29

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–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

T20I

33

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

FC

29

2

12

0

0

–

–

–

–

–

0

0

0

List A

76

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–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

–

T20

108

2

24

39

0

–

–

–

9.75

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0

0

0

Avishka Fernando Recent Matches

Match	Bat	Date	Ground	Format
Aura vs Kandy	5	20-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Aura vs Titans	24	17-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Aura vs Kandy	41	14-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Aura vs Strikers	7	12-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Aura vs Titans	70*	11-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20

Debut of Avishka Fernando

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
ODI	Sri Lanka vs Australia	August 31, 2016	Dambulla
T20I	South Africa vs Sri Lanka	March 19, 2019	Cape Town
FC	W. Indies A vs Sri Lanka A	October 11 – 14, 2016	Pallekele
LIST A	Sri Lanka vs Australia	August 31, 2016	Dambulla
T20	Colts CC vs Air Force SC	February 24, 2018	Panagoda

World Cup Performances – Early Days

Avishka Fernando played a significant role in the 2019 World Cup, where he showcased his batting prowess. His notable performance includes a century against the West Indies.

Notable Achievements

Fernando broke records in youth cricket, scoring 1379 runs with four centuries, both of which are records in youth ODIs for Sri Lanka. He also made valuable contributions in the U-19 World Cup.

Style of Play

Avishka Fernando is known for his aggressive batting style. He has the ability to take on bowlers from the outset and can shift gears effortlessly. His right-handed batting style is complemented by his ability to play both pace and spin.

International Career

Fernando made his ODI debut against Australia in 2016 and has since been a part of the Sri Lankan ODI and T20I setup. His last ODI was against India in 2023.

Domestic Cricket Performances

While his international performances have garnered attention, Fernando has also been a consistent performer in domestic cricket. He has represented various teams like Kandy, Colombo, and Jaffna Kings, among others.

Future Prospects

Given his age and the talent he has showcased so far, Avishka Fernando is seen as a future mainstay in the Sri Lankan batting lineup. His ability to adapt to different formats suggests a promising future in international cricket.

Trivia

Fernando was picked for the national team right out of school cricket, without having played a single First Class or List A game. He was barely 18 when he faced the Australian pace battery, including a fiery Mitchell Starc.

FAQs of Avishka Fernando

Q1. When did Avishka Fernando make his debut for Sri Lanka in ODIs?

A: Avishka Fernando made his ODI debut for Sri Lanka against Australia on August 21, 2016.

Q2. What was Avishka Fernando’s standout performance in the 2019 ICC World Cup?

A: In the 2019 ICC World Cup, Avishka Fernando showcased his talent with a brilliant century against the West Indies, making him one of the promising young talents for Sri Lanka.

Q3. Which domestic teams has Avishka Fernando represented in Sri Lanka?

A: Avishka Fernando has played for various domestic teams in Sri Lanka, including Kandy, Colombo, and Jaffna Kings, showcasing his consistency and adaptability across different formats and conditions.