Nuwan Pradeep

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Nuwan Pradeep Profile

Nuwan Pradeep, a name synonymous with pace and precision in Sri Lanka’s cricketing circles, has established himself as a formidable force in the international arena. Since his debut for the national side in 2011, Pradeep’s evolution from a budding talent to a seasoned fast bowler is a testament to his dedication and skill. Renowned for his ability to swing the ball both ways, he has consistently delivered for Sri Lanka across all formats. With a plethora of wickets to his name, Pradeep’s contribution to Sri Lankan cricket is both significant and commendable. As he continues to don the national colors and represent his nation on the global stage, enthusiasts and aficionados eagerly anticipate his next mesmerizing performance. Delve into his illustrious career, and you’ll discover the legacy of one of Sri Lanka’s premier fast bowlers.

Nuwan Pradeep Stats

Nuwan Pradeep Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Test	28	50	17	132	17*	4	361	36.56	0	0	19	0	5	0
ODI	49	25	17	35	7	4.37	83	42.16	0	0	3	1	7	0
T20I	16	6	5	10	8*	10	15	66.66	0	0	1	0	2	0
FC	103	136	60	408	37*	5.36	946	43.12	0	0	49	12	36	0
List A	127	58	31	135	21	5	233	57.93	0	0	16	3	26	0
T20	91	32	20	63	10	5.25	115	54.78	0	0	4	2	21	0

Nuwan Pradeep Bowling Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Test	28	53	5077	3003	70	6/132	7/180	42.9	3.54	72.5	6	1	0
ODI	49	47	2345	2339	63	4/31	4/31	37.12	5.98	37.2	2	0	0
T20I	16	16	278	436	15	4/25	4/25	29.06	9.41	18.5	1	0	0
FC	103	171	13260	8028	242	7/52	9/113	33.17	3.63	54.7	14	6	0
List A	127	124	5642	5023	176	5/30	5/30	28.53	5.34	32	5	3	0
T20	91	89	1694	2332	103	5/17	5/17	22.64	8.25	16.4	2	1	0

Nuwan Pradeep Recent Matches

MATCH	Bat	Bowl	Date	Ground	Format
Kandy vs Aura	—	1/30	20-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Kings	—	1/24	17-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Aura	0	3/35	14-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Strikers	—	1/37	13-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Kings	—	2/48	12-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20

Debut of Nuwan Pradeep

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
TEST	Sri Lanka vs Pakistan	October 18 – 22, 2011	Abu Dhabi
ODI	Sri Lanka vs India	July 31, 2012	Colombo (RPS)
T20I	England vs Sri Lanka	July 05, 2016	Southampton
FC	Burgher vs Panadura	January 18 – 20, 2008	Panadura
LIST A	SL Army vs Burgher	December 08, 2007	Colombo (Colts)
T20	Ruhuna vs Basnahira N	March 26, 2009	Colombo (Moors)

World Cup Performances – Early Days

Nuwan Pradeep was part of the Sri Lankan squad for the 2019 World Cup. He played a crucial role in some matches, notably against Afghanistan where he took four wickets.

Notable Achievements

One of Pradeep’s standout moments came in 2017 at Galle, where amidst a challenging series against India, he secured a six-wicket haul in the first innings. He also made history during the 2016-17 tour to South Africa by dismissing Hashim Amla LBW, marking the 10,000th LBW dismissal in the history of cricket.

Style of Play

Pradeep is known for his distinct slingy action and ability to generate good pace. He possesses a threatening outswinger in his arsenal, making him a challenging bowler to face.

International Career

Pradeep made his Test debut against Pakistan in 2011. Over the years, he has been in and out of the squad due to injuries. However, he played a pivotal role in Sri Lanka’s series victory over England in 2014, impressing with his pace and swing. He remains a part of the ODI setup and has been instrumental in several matches for Sri Lanka.

Domestic Cricket Performances

While specific domestic performances are not detailed in the provided links, Pradeep has represented various teams like Sri Lanka Cricket Presidents XI, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and others in domestic and franchise cricket.

Future Prospects

As of the last update, Pradeep continues to be a part of the Sri Lankan ODI setup. With the experience and skills he brings to the table, he is expected to play a crucial role in upcoming series and tournaments.

Trivia

During the 2016-17 tour to South Africa, Pradeep found himself in the cricket history books when he dismissed Hashim Amla – LBW, making Amla the 10,000th LBW victim in the history of the game.

FAQs of Nuwan Pradeep

Q1. When did Nuwan Pradeep make his debut for the Sri Lankan national team?

A: Nuwan Pradeep made his Test debut for Sri Lanka against Pakistan on October 18, 2011, at Sheikh Zayed Stadium.

Q2. What is one of Nuwan Pradeep’s most notable achievements in international cricket?

A: One of Nuwan Pradeep’s standout performances came in 2017 at Galle, where he secured a six-wicket haul against India in the first innings.

Q3. Which notable record did Nuwan Pradeep achieve during the 2016-17 tour to South Africa?

A: During the 2016-17 tour to South Africa, Nuwan Pradeep dismissed Hashim Amla LBW, marking the 10,000th LBW dismissal in the history of cricket.