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| batting = Right-handed | | batting = Right-handed | ||
| bowling = Right-arm medium (occasional) | | bowling = Right-arm medium (occasional) | ||
| teams = Sri Lanka; Colombo Stars | | teams = Sri Lanka; Colombo Stars, Kandy Falcons, Gulf Giants; Delhi Capitals | ||
| awards = ICC ODI Team of the Year 2024 | | awards = ICC ODI Team of the Year 2024, Multiple Player of the Match awards | ||
}}'''Pathum Nissanka''' is an Sri Lankan international cricketer. He competes for the Sri Lanka national cricket team across all three cricket formats. He bats as a right-handed opening batsman who displays composure and his ability to bat for extensive periods. Nissanka made his international debut in 2021 and quickly became an important player for Sri Lanka. In 2024 he became the first Sri Lankan cricketer to achieve a double century in ODI cricket history. | }}'''Pathum Nissanka''' is an Sri Lankan international cricketer. He competes for the Sri Lanka national cricket team across all three cricket formats. He bats as a right-handed opening batsman who displays composure and his ability to bat for extensive periods. Nissanka made his international debut in 2021 and quickly became an important player for Sri Lanka. In 2024 he became the first Sri Lankan cricketer to achieve a double century in ODI cricket history.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Pathum Nissanka Profile |url=https://www.cricbuzz.com/profiles/13682/pathum-nissanka |website=Cricbuzz |access-date=5 April 2026}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Pathum Nissanka Profile |url=https://www.espncricinfo.com/cricketers/pathum-nissanka-1028655 |website=ESPNcricinfo |access-date=5 April 2026}}</ref> | ||
==Early Life== | ==Early Life== | ||
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Pathum Nissanka was born in 18 May 1998, Galle ,Sri Lanka. His father worked as a ground staff member, and his mother sold flowers near a temple to support the family. Life was not easy for him in his childhood, but he stayed focused on cricket. | Pathum Nissanka was born in 18 May 1998, Galle ,Sri Lanka. His father worked as a ground staff member, and his mother sold flowers near a temple to support the family. Life was not easy for him in his childhood, but he stayed focused on cricket. | ||
He started playing soccer when he was young and showed strong dedication to practice the sport. The combination of his hard work and dedication enabled him to achieve success despite facing financial difficulties. | He started playing soccer when he was young and showed strong dedication to practice the sport. The combination of his hard work and dedication enabled him to achieve success despite facing financial difficulties.<ref name="Bio">{{Cite web|url=https://www.espncricinfo.com/player/pathum-nissanka-1028655|title=Pathum Nissanka|website=ESPNcricinfo|publisher=ESPN Inc.|access-date=5 April 2026}}</ref> On 9 February 2024, Nissanka scored an ODI double hundred, becoming the first Sri Lankan to achieve the feat.<ref name= record>{{Cite web|url=https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/pathum-nissanka-hits-first-double-century-for-sri-lanka-in-odis-1420492 |title=Pathum Nissanka hits Sri Lanka's first double-century in ODIs |website=ESPNcricinfo|publisher=ESPN Inc.|access-date=5 April 2026}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.espncricinfo.com/story/sri-lanka-vs-afghanistan-pathum-nissanka-scores-double-century-in-first-odi-1420503 |title=Pathum Nissanka, Sri Lanka's first double-centurion? Who'd have thought? |website=ESPNcricinfo|publisher=ESPN Inc.|access-date=5 April 2026}}</ref> | ||
==Education== | ==Education== | ||
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Pathum Nissanka developed his cricket career through his steady performance record in all three types of cricket which included domestic leagues and international competitions and franchise matches. He began his career as a modest player yet he achieved success to become Sri Lanka's primary opening batsman. He stands as one of the team's most dependable players because of his ability to succeed across all cricket formats. | Pathum Nissanka developed his cricket career through his steady performance record in all three types of cricket which included domestic leagues and international competitions and franchise matches. He began his career as a modest player yet he achieved success to become Sri Lanka's primary opening batsman. He stands as one of the team's most dependable players because of his ability to succeed across all cricket formats. | ||
==Domestic Career== | ===Domestic Career=== | ||
Nissanka began his domestic career in List A cricket when he joined the Hambantota District team during 2017. After that he joined Badureliya Sports Club to participate in T20 cricket matches. | Nissanka began his domestic career in List A cricket when he joined the Hambantota District team during 2017. After that he joined Badureliya Sports Club to participate in T20 cricket matches. | ||
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He received selection to Kandy's team for provincial competitions while continuing to show strong performance results. His domestic cricket achievements brought him to the national team after his exceptional performances. | He received selection to Kandy's team for provincial competitions while continuing to show strong performance results. His domestic cricket achievements brought him to the national team after his exceptional performances. | ||
==International Career== | ===International Career=== | ||
Nissanka started his international cricket career in 2021 when he played against the West Indies cricket team. He became one of Sri Lankan cricketers who achieved this milestone when he scored a century in his first Test match. | Nissanka started his international cricket career in 2021 when he played against the West Indies cricket team. He became one of Sri Lankan cricketers who achieved this milestone when he scored a century in his first Test match. | ||
He achieved his first ODI century in 2022 against the Australia national cricket team which contributed to Sri Lanka's Asia Cup victory. | He achieved his first ODI century in 2022 against the Australia national cricket team which contributed to Sri Lanka's Asia Cup victory. | ||
He played his best cricket during the 2023 World Cup qualifiers which helped Sri Lanka reach the main tournament. In the 2023 Cricket World Cup he performed well and reached multiple half-century scores. | He played his best cricket during the 2023 World Cup qualifiers which helped Sri Lanka reach the main tournament. In the 2023 Cricket World Cup he performed well and reached multiple half-century scores. | ||
He reached a significant achievement in 2024 when he scored an unbeaten 210 against Afghanistan. He became the first Sri Lankan player to achieve a double century in ODI matches. | He reached a significant achievement in 2024 when he scored an unbeaten 210 against Afghanistan. He became the first Sri Lankan player to achieve a double century in ODI matches. | ||
He achieved major Test match success through his special ability to score vital centuries which included a match-winning century against England. | He achieved major Test match success through his special ability to score vital centuries which included a match-winning century against England. | ||
He achieved his first T20I century against the India national cricket team in 2025. In 2026 he achieved his second T20I century against Australia which made him the first Sri Lankan player to score two T20I centuries. | He achieved his first T20I century against the India national cricket team in 2025. In 2026 he achieved his second T20I century against Australia which made him the first Sri Lankan player to score two T20I centuries. | ||
==Franchise Career== | ===Franchise Career=== | ||
Nissanka has also participated in various T20 leagues. He competed in the Lanka Premier League for Colombo Stars and Kandy Falcons. | Nissanka has also participated in various T20 leagues. He competed in the Lanka Premier League for Colombo Stars and Kandy Falcons. | ||
He started his ILT20 league career with Gulf Giants. The Delhi Capitals acquired him during the 2026 IPL auction which marked a significant advancement in his professional career. | He started his ILT20 league career with Gulf Giants. The Delhi Capitals acquired him during the 2026 IPL auction which marked a significant advancement in his professional career. | ||
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[[Category:Living people]] | [[Category:Living people]] | ||
[[Category:Sri Lankan cricketers]] | [[Category:Sri Lankan cricketers]] | ||
[[Category:IPL players]] | [[Category:IPL players]] | ||
[[Category:People from | [[Category:People from Sri Lanka]] | ||
Latest revision as of 23:52, 5 April 2026
Pathum Nissanka is an Sri Lankan international cricketer. He competes for the Sri Lanka national cricket team across all three cricket formats. He bats as a right-handed opening batsman who displays composure and his ability to bat for extensive periods. Nissanka made his international debut in 2021 and quickly became an important player for Sri Lanka. In 2024 he became the first Sri Lankan cricketer to achieve a double century in ODI cricket history.[1][2]
Early Life
Pathum Nissanka was born in 18 May 1998, Galle ,Sri Lanka. His father worked as a ground staff member, and his mother sold flowers near a temple to support the family. Life was not easy for him in his childhood, but he stayed focused on cricket.
He started playing soccer when he was young and showed strong dedication to practice the sport. The combination of his hard work and dedication enabled him to achieve success despite facing financial difficulties.[3] On 9 February 2024, Nissanka scored an ODI double hundred, becoming the first Sri Lankan to achieve the feat.[4][5]
Education
Nissanka studied at Kalutara Vidyalaya, where he first started playing cricket seriously. He later transferred to Isipathana College in Colombo which serves as a training ground for future cricketers.
During his school career he gained attention after scoring a brilliant double century (205 runs) in a school match. This performance helped him get noticed by selectors.
Career
Pathum Nissanka developed his cricket career through his steady performance record in all three types of cricket which included domestic leagues and international competitions and franchise matches. He began his career as a modest player yet he achieved success to become Sri Lanka's primary opening batsman. He stands as one of the team's most dependable players because of his ability to succeed across all cricket formats.
Domestic Career
Nissanka began his domestic career in List A cricket when he joined the Hambantota District team during 2017. After that he joined Badureliya Sports Club to participate in T20 cricket matches.
He received selection to Kandy's team for provincial competitions while continuing to show strong performance results. His domestic cricket achievements brought him to the national team after his exceptional performances.
International Career
Nissanka started his international cricket career in 2021 when he played against the West Indies cricket team. He became one of Sri Lankan cricketers who achieved this milestone when he scored a century in his first Test match. He achieved his first ODI century in 2022 against the Australia national cricket team which contributed to Sri Lanka's Asia Cup victory. He played his best cricket during the 2023 World Cup qualifiers which helped Sri Lanka reach the main tournament. In the 2023 Cricket World Cup he performed well and reached multiple half-century scores.
He reached a significant achievement in 2024 when he scored an unbeaten 210 against Afghanistan. He became the first Sri Lankan player to achieve a double century in ODI matches. He achieved major Test match success through his special ability to score vital centuries which included a match-winning century against England. He achieved his first T20I century against the India national cricket team in 2025. In 2026 he achieved his second T20I century against Australia which made him the first Sri Lankan player to score two T20I centuries.
Franchise Career
Nissanka has also participated in various T20 leagues. He competed in the Lanka Premier League for Colombo Stars and Kandy Falcons. He started his ILT20 league career with Gulf Giants. The Delhi Capitals acquired him during the 2026 IPL auction which marked a significant advancement in his professional career.
Work and Contributions
Pathum Nissanka displays his batting ability through his calm and disciplined approach to the game. Through his opening batting position he creates stable top order partnerships which help the Sri Lanka national cricket team to succeed. He has played multiple match-winning innings throughout his professional career because he has performed in all three game formats. His team reliability comes from his consistent performance and his ability to remain composed when facing difficult situations.
Awards and Recognition
Pathum Nissanka has received several awards and recognition for his performances in international cricket. He has won multiple Player of the Match and Player of the Series awards for his impactful performances. The ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year 2024 included him among its selected players. The first Sri Lankan cricketer to achieve a double century in ODI cricket stands as his most significant accomplishment.
Personal Life
Pathum Nissanka lives a simple and humble life despite his success in international cricket. His complete dedication to his roots shows through his strong ties to his original background and the difficulties he faced during his youth. His dedication to hard work and discipline has established him as an international cricketer.
External Links
See also
References
- ↑ Pathum Nissanka Profile . In Cricbuzz . Retrieved 5 April 2026
- ↑ Pathum Nissanka Profile . In ESPNcricinfo . Retrieved 5 April 2026
- ↑ Pathum Nissanka . In ESPNcricinfo , ESPN Inc. . Retrieved 5 April 2026
- ↑ Pathum Nissanka hits Sri Lanka's first double-century in ODIs . In ESPNcricinfo , ESPN Inc. . Retrieved 5 April 2026
- ↑ Pathum Nissanka, Sri Lanka's first double-centurion? Who'd have thought? . In ESPNcricinfo , ESPN Inc. . Retrieved 5 April 2026