Kusal Mendis

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Kusal Mendis Profile

Kusal Mendis, a beacon of flair and elegance in Sri Lankan cricket, has etched his mark in the international circuit. Emerging as a prodigious talent, Mendis quickly solidified his position as a cornerstone in the Sri Lankan batting lineup. His impeccable technique, coupled with a deep understanding of the game, distinguishes him from his contemporaries. Delivering commendable performances against elite teams, he has often been the anchor in many of Sri Lanka’s triumphant moments. Beyond the numbers and records, Mendis represents the true essence of cricket, exemplifying resilience and unwavering determination. As his career unfolds, enthusiasts and fans around the globe await his future masterclasses. Delve into his journey, and you’ll find yourself witnessing the rise of a cricketing maestro.

Kusal Mendis Stats

Kusal Mendis Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Test	60	113	4	3988	245	36.58	7003	56.94	9	17	484	41	85	0
ODI	109	106	9	3092	119	31.87	3670	84.25	2	24	307	46	72	3
T20I	55	55	2	1270	79	23.96	950	133.68	0	12	100	60	19	3
FC	90	164	8	6075	245	38.94	10239	59.33	15	24	724	68	120	8
List A	138	134	10	3851	119	31.05	4554	84.56	3	28	373	66	93	8
T20	126	125	6	3439	87	28.89	2538	135.5	0	28	296	149	50	7

Kusal Mendis Bowling Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Test	60	9	132	118	1	1/10	1/18	118	5.36	132	0	0	0
ODI	109	2	20	28	0	–	–	–	8.4	–	0	0	0
T20I	55	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–	–
FC	90	18	266	228	2	1/10	1/14	114	5.14	133	0	0	0
List A	138	3	26	32	0	–	–	–	7.38	–	0	0	0
T20	126	1	1	0	0	–	–	–	–	–	0	0	0

Kusal Mendis Recent Matches

MATCH	Bat	Wkt	Date	Ground	Format
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh	50	3c/0s	09-Sep-2023	Colombo (RPS)	ODI # 4637
Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan	92	1c/0s	05-Sep-2023	Lahore	ODI # 4633
Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh	5	1c/0s	31-Aug-2023	Pallekele	ODI # 4629
Aura vs Kandy	22	0c/0s	20-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Aura vs Titans	49	0c/0s	17-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20

Debut of Kusal Mendis

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
TEST	Sri Lanka vs West Indies	October 22 – 26, 2015	Colombo (PSS)
ODI	Ireland vs Sri Lanka	June 16, 2016	Dublin (Malahide)
T20I	England vs Sri Lanka	July 05, 2016	Southampton
FC	Bloomfield vs Ragama CC	January 16 – 18, 2015	Colombo (Bloomfield)
LIST A	Sri Lanka A vs Rest SL	May 17, 2013	Pallekele
T20	SLPACC vs Bloomfield	April 01, 2015	Colombo (CCC)

Notable Achievements

• Kusal Mendis shot to prominence with his “Schoolboy of the Year” award in 2013.
• He became the youngest Sri Lankan to score a century against Australia at Pallekele.
• Mendis played a pivotal role in the tri-series in Zimbabwe, bagging the “Man of the Series” title with two half-centuries.
• Scored a stunning 194 against Bangladesh in a Test match and followed it up with a maiden ODI ton.

Style of Play

Kusal Mendis is a naturally aggressive batsman with a pleasing range of strokes. He has shown maturity beyond his years and has the ability to adapt to different match situations.

International Career

• Mendis made his Test debut against West Indies at P Sara Oval in 2015.
• His ODI debut was against Ireland at The Village in 2016.
• He stamped his presence with a century against Australia, making him the youngest Sri Lankan to do so.
• Mendis played a crucial role in the 2017 edition of the Champions Trophy for Sri Lanka.

Domestic Cricket Performances

• While the provided links mention teams like Dambulla, Galle, and Kandy Tuskers associated with Mendis, specific domestic performances are not detailed.

Future Prospects

At just 22, Mendis has shown immense potential and is seen as a beacon for Sri Lanka’s cricketing future. As Sri Lanka undergoes a transition, players like Mendis are crucial for them to regain their past glory.

Trivia

• Mendis was awarded the captaincy of the under-19s for the 2014 World Cup following his “Schoolboy of the Year” achievement.
• He was a part of teams like Galle Gladiators and Pretoria Capitals.

FAQs of Kusal Mendis

Q1. When did Kusal Mendis make his debut for the Sri Lankan national team?

A: Kusal Mendis made his Test debut for Sri Lanka against West Indies at P Sara Oval on October 14, 2015, and his ODI debut against Ireland at The Village on June 16, 2016.

Q2. What is one of Kusal Mendis’s most notable achievements in international cricket?

A: One of Kusal Mendis’s standout performances was his century against Australia at Pallekele, making him the youngest Sri Lankan to score a century against the Aussies.

Q3. Which domestic teams and T20 leagues has Kusal Mendis been associated with?

A: In addition to representing Sri Lanka, Kusal Mendis has played for domestic teams like Dambulla, Galle, and T20 franchises such as the Galle Gladiators and Pretoria Capitals.