Wanindu Hasaranga

Wanindu Hasaranga Stats – Allrounder | Sri Lanka | Cricketer Profile

Sri Lanka – Allrounder | INTL 2017-2023

Wanindu Hasaranga Profile

Dasun Shanaka, a dynamic all-rounder from Sri Lanka, has made significant strides in international cricket. Born on September 9, 1991, in Negombo, Shanaka’s aggressive batting style and handy medium pace have made him a valuable asset for the Sri Lankan team. He made his T20I debut against Pakistan in 2015, where he showcased his hard-hitting abilities. Over the years, Shanaka has been a part of various domestic teams, including the Dambulla Giants and the Jaffna Stallions, where he has delivered notable performances. His leadership qualities were recognized when he was named the captain of the Sri Lankan T20I side in 2019. With a knack for picking crucial wickets and the ability to change the course of a game with his bat, Shanaka is undoubtedly one of the promising talents in Sri Lankan cricket. Off the field, he is known for his humble nature and commitment to the sport.

Wanindu Hasaranga Stats

Wanindu Hasaranga Batting Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	4s	6s	Ct	St
Test	4	7	0	196	59	28	227	86.34	0	1	29	1	2	0
ODI	48	42	7	832	80*	23.77	755	110.19	0	4	75	27	15	0
T20I	58	49	11	533	71	14.02	430	123.95	0	1	54	8	22	0
FC	44	75	8	2657	120	39.65	3001	88.53	3	19	316	56	50	0
List A	91	80	15	1655	87	25.46	1448	114.29	0	10	153	58	34	0
T20	157	121	27	1760	77*	18.72	1230	143.08	0	7	175	54	70	0

Wanindu Hasaranga Bowling Career Summary

Format	Mat	Inns	Balls	Runs	Wkts	BBI	BBM	Ave	Econ	SR	4w	5w	10w
Test	4	7	674	403	4	4/171	4/171	100.75	3.58	168.5	1	0	0
ODI	48	47	2279	1928	67	6/24	6/24	28.77	5.07	34	1	3	0
T20I	58	56	1252	1438	91	4/9	4/9	15.8	6.89	13.7	2	0	0
FC	44	73	4901	2822	102	8/26	10/143	27.66	3.45	48	5	7	1
List A	91	83	3903	3088	131	6/24	6/24	23.57	4.74	29.7	6	6	0
T20	157	151	3231	3670	216	6/9	6/9	16.99	6.81	14.9	5	3	0

Wanindu Hasaranga Recent Matches

MATCH	Bat	Bowl	Date	Ground	Format
Kandy vs Titans	48	2/21	19-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Kings	19	6/9	17-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Aura	19	1/33	14-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Strikers	40	2/21	13-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20
Kandy vs Kings	19	0/22	12-Aug-2023	Colombo (RPS)	T20

Debut of Wanindu Hasaranga

Format	Match Details	Date	Ground
TEST	South Africa vs Sri Lanka	December 26 – 29, 2020	Centurion
ODI	Sri Lanka vs Zimbabwe	July 02, 2017	Galle
T20I	Sri Lanka vs New Zealand	September 01, 2019	Pallekele
FC	Bloomfield vs SLPACC	February 26 – 28, 2016	Panagoda
LIST A	Tamil Union vs SLPACC	November 30, 2015	Colombo (CCC)
T20	Sixers vs Dynamites	November 11, 2017	Mirpur

Notable Achievements

• Made his international debut for Sri Lanka in 2016.
• Has represented various teams in domestic and international T20 leagues, including the Dhaka Platoon, Colombo Kings, and St Lucia Zouks.
• Has played crucial roles in several matches, showcasing his all-round abilities.

Style of Play

Dasun Shanaka is known for his aggressive batting style, capable of changing the course of a match with his explosive hitting. As an all-rounder, he also contributes with his medium-pace bowling.

International Career

Dasun Shanaka made his T20I debut for Sri Lanka against Pakistan in 2016. Since then, he has been a part of the Sri Lankan squad in various formats, contributing both with the bat and ball.

Domestic Cricket Performances

Shanaka has been a prominent figure in Sri Lanka’s domestic circuit. He has played for teams like Dambulla, Sinhalese Sports Club, and more. His performances in domestic cricket have paved the way for his international career.

Future Prospects

While the specific future prospects are not mentioned, given his age and the skills he brings to the table, Dasun Shanaka has the potential to be a mainstay in the Sri Lankan team for years to come, provided he maintains his form and fitness.

Trivia

Dasun Shanaka’s all-round abilities have made him a sought-after player in various T20 leagues around the world. He has played in leagues like the Bangladesh Premier League, Caribbean Premier League, and the Lanka Premier League.

FAQs of Wanindu Hasaranga

Q1. When did Wanindu Hasaranga make his debut for the Sri Lankan national team?

A: Wanindu Hasaranga made his ODI debut for Sri Lanka against Zimbabwe at Galle International Stadium on July 2, 2017, where he took a hat-trick on debut.

Q2. What is Wanindu Hasaranga best known for in international cricket?

A: Wanindu Hasaranga is renowned for his leg-spin bowling and has delivered match-winning performances for Sri Lanka, especially in the T20 format. His ability to take crucial wickets and contribute with the bat makes him a valuable all-rounder.

Q3. Which T20 leagues has Wanindu Hasaranga participated in outside of Sri Lanka?

A: Apart from representing Sri Lanka, Wanindu Hasaranga has showcased his skills in various T20 leagues, including the Indian Premier League (IPL) where he played for the Royal Challengers Bangalore.