Sanath Jayasuriya: News
Sanath Jayasuriya is a former professional cricket player from Sri Lanka who has formerly served as the captain of the Sri Lanka national cricket team. The left-handed batsman has played 110 Test matches and 445 ODIs in his career span. Jayasuriya is popularly known for his explosive style of batting and match-winning all-round performances in ODI matches. He is the only player in cricket history to take over 300 wickets in ODIs and score more than 10,000 runs. He is also considered as one of the greatest all-round cricketers in the history of the limited-overs format. Jayasuriya had a keen interest in the game from a very young age and served as the captain of his college cricket team. He was selected for the Sri Lanka Under-19 team in the 1988 ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup. In 1989, he made his ODI debut against Australia at Melbourne and his Test debut came in 1991 against New Zealand at Hamilton. Jayasuriya revolutionized ODI cricket with his explosive batting in the mid-90s. He played an important role in Sri Lanka’s victory in the 1996 Cricket World Cup. In 2007, Jayasuriya bid farewell to Test cricket.
Presenting batters with the fastest fifties in ODI cricket
West Indies all-rounder Matthew Forde has equaled the record for the fastest fifty in ODIs, achieving the feat in just 16 balls.
Recalling CSK's biggest defeats in IPL in terms of wickets
Mumbai Indians (MI) have scripted history in the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) by beating Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by nine wickets or more for the third time in IPL history.
Presenting captains with 50-plus scores in Champions Trophy final
Rohit Sharma led India to their third ICC Champions Trophy title on March 9.
Decoding batters with most runs in ODI chases
In the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy 1st semi-final clash between India and Australia, talisman Virat Kohli hit a splendid 84 runs.
Here's how India were named joint-winners of 2002 Champions Trophy
In a twist of fate, the 2002 ICC Champions Trophy ended in a joint victory for India and Sri Lanka.
Dimuth Karunaratne to retire after 100th Test: Decoding his stats
Sri Lanka's gritty opening batter Dimuth Karunaratne will play his 100th and last Test later this week.
Coach Jayasuriya criticizes Sri Lanka's performance after Galle Test humiliation
Sri Lanka's head coach, Sanath Jayasuriya, has expressed his disappointment after the team's dismal performance in the first Test match against Australia.
Jayasuriya laments missed opportunities in Sri Lanka's Test series loss
Sri Lanka's head coach, Sanath Jayasuriya, has expressed disappointment over the team's performance in the recent Test series against South Africa.
Presenting the highest partnerships in Test cricket
England recorded a comprehensive innings win over Pakistan in the Test series opener in Multan.
Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka's full-time head coach: Details here
Former Sri Lankan cricketer, Sanath Jayasuriya, has been appointed the full-time head coach of the men's national team.
Sanath Jayasuriya reminisces Sri Lanka's greatest Test wins in England
Sanath Jayasuriya, the interim head coach of Sri Lanka, has praised the team's recent Test victory against England at The Oval.
3rd Test: Michael Vaughan criticizes England's aggressive approach against SL
Former England captain, Michael Vaughan, has criticized the national team's aggressive 'Bazball' style following a disappointing batting performance against Sri Lanka in the third Test.
Sanath Jayasuriya confident of countering England's 'Bazball' strategy in Tests
Head coach Sanath Jayasuriya has expressed confidence in Sri Lanka's ability to counter the famous 'Bazball' ploy in the upcoming three-match away Test series against England, starting August 21 in Manchester.
SL batters with this forgettable ODI record against India
Mohammed Siraj got India off to an incredible start in the 2nd ODI against Sri Lanka at the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
All-rounders with international double of 10,000 runs and 300 wickets
England captain Ben Stokes on July 11 completed 300 wickets in international cricket.
Sanath Jayasuriya appointed Sri Lanka's interim head coach: Details here
Sri Lanka legend Sanath Jayasuriya has been appointed the side's interim head coach.
Pathum Nissanka becomes first Sri Lanka batter with ODI double-ton
Pathum Nissanka shattered records with a sensational double-century against Afghanistan in the first ODI in Pallekele.
Decoding players with most POTM awards in ODI World Cups
India claimed their sixth consecutive win in the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup with a comprehensive 100-run triumph over England in Lucknow.
Virat Kohli averages 90.40 in successful ODI run-chases: Stats
Star Indian batter Virat Kohli hammered a magnificent 95-run knock versus New Zealand in Match 21 of the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.
Virat Kohli surpasses 1,500 ODI runs against New Zealand: Stats
India's batting talisman Virat Kohli has added another feather to his already illustrious hat as he has completed 1,500 ODI runs against New Zealand.
How has Virat Kohli fared in ODIs after turning 30?
Hosts India have made a stunning start to their 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup campaign with thumping victories in their first three games.
Shakib Al Hasan completes 50 wickets in neutral ODIs: Stats
Shakib Al Hasan has accomplished a major milestone as he has become the first Bangladesh bowler to complete 50 ODI wickets in neutral venues.
World Cup: 5 feats Shakib Al Hasan can accomplish
The 2023 edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup will get underway on October 5 in India.
ICC World Cup: Statistical analysis of Sri Lanka's trophy-winning campaign
Sri Lanka are heading into the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup after winning the qualifiers. They had a decent outing at the 2023 Asia Cup apart from the drubbing in the final against India.
Shakib Al Hasan: Decoding his ODI batting stats in Asia
Albeit in a losing cause, Bangladesh captain Shakib Al Hasan scored a fighting half-century against Pakistan in the 2023 Asia Cup clash on September 6.
Virat Kohli: Decoding his ODI stats versus Pakistan
Eyes will be on Virat Kohli as India take on arch-nemesis Pakistan in their 2023 Asia Cup opener.
5 milestones Shakib Al Hasan can accomplish in Asia Cup
Shakib Al Hasan has been re-appointed as Bangladesh's ODI captain as Tamim Iqbal stepped down from the role.
Presenting the unbreakable records in Asia Cup
Cricket fans have their eyes on the calendar with the 2023 edition of the Asia Cup getting underway on August 30.
Shakib Al Hasan: Decoding his stats in Asia Cup
The 2023 edition of the Asia Cup, which will be played in the ODI format, will get underway on August 30.
Pakistan to make Road Safety World Series debut: Details here
The third edition of the Road Safety World Series will be played in September this year, reported ESPNcricinfo.
Decoding Team Sri Lanka's stats in Asia Cup
Sri Lanka will fight for their seventh Asia Cup title in the 2023 edition of the continental tournament, which will get underway on August 30.
NZ vs SL: Angelo Mathews clocks his 14th Test century
Veteran Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews brought up his 14th Test ton in the ongoing series opener versus New Zealand.
Angelo Mathews races to 7,000 Test runs: Decoding his stats
Sri Lankan all-rounder Angelo Mathews scored a 47-run knock on Day 1 against New Zealand in the first Test at the Hagley Oval and in the process, he crossed 7,000 runs in the format.
Shakib Al Hasan completes 300 ODI wickets: Decoding his stats
Shakib Al Hasan scripted history on Monday (March 6), becoming the first-ever Bangladesh bowler to complete 300 wickets in ODI cricket.
Shakib Al Hasan on verge of accomplishing this elite double
Veteran Bangladesh all-rounder Shakib Al Hasan is on the verge of accomplishing a massive double in ODIs.
RSWS: SL Legends beat SA, set-up summit clash with India
An incredible five-for by Nuwan Kulasekara helped Sri Lanka Legends beat South Africa Legends by eight wickets in the Road Safety World Series T20 semi-final.
#ThisDayThatYear: The highest ever partnership in Test cricket
On this day in 2006, Sri Lankan greats Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene went on to record the highest partnership of all time in Test cricket.
Sri Lanka open probe into 2011 WC final match-fixing claims
Sri Lanka have ordered a criminal probe to look into the allegations that 2011 World Cup final in Mumbai was fixed.
Happy Birthday Sanath Jayasuriya: A look at his amazing records
Batting legend Sanath Jayasuriya turned 51 on Tuesday.
Top four spin bowling pairs in history of Test cricket
Spin bowling has been the most decorated art in the longest format.
These cricketers shined as openers rather than in middle order
Every cricketer likes to bat at a specific batting position in his/her desired batting order.
ICC charges two former Lankan cricketers with match-fixing
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has charged two former Sri Lankan cricketers Nuwan Zoysa and Avishka Gunawardene with match-fixing.
Sanath Jayasuriya banned for two years from cricket
Former Sri Lanka cricket team captain Sanath Jayasuriya has been banned from all cricket for two years.
Sanath Jayasuriya has been accused of smuggling 'supari' to India
World Cup winner and Sri Lankan cricket legend Sanath Jayasuriya and two other cricketers have been accused of smuggling rotten betel nuts to India.
I have always conducted myself with integrity: Jayasuriya
Former Sri Lanka cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya, who was charged on Friday, with two counts of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code, stated that he has always conducted himself with 'integrity and transparency'.
Lankan legend Sanath Jayasuriya charged under ICC Anti-Corruption Code
Former Sri Lanka cricketer Sanath Jayasuriya has been charged with two counts of breaching the ICC Anti-Corruption Code.
Cricketers who turned politicians post retirement
Former Pakistan World Cup winning captain, Imran Khan, had a successful career.
#ThisDayThatYear: First official Test match was played 141 years ago
141 years ago, the first ever Test match was played on March 15 in 1877 between Australia and England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Do you know these amazing cricket records?
Cricket has been in existence for more than 170 years. And in this period, several peculiar things have happened.
This Texas town celebrates Shahid Afridi Day, every year
The infectious popularity of Pakistani cricketer Shahid 'Boom Boom' Afridi has reached a Texas town, which celebrates February 5 as Shahid Afridi Day.
Jayasuriya is unable to walk without crutches, here's why!
Sri Lankan legend, Sanath Jayasuriya might have been one of the most explosive batsmen in the world but off late, the southpaw has been unable to walk without crutches.
Do you know these amazing cricket records?
Cricket has been in existence for more than 170 years. And in this period, various peculiar things have happened.
Dilshan to say 'goodbye' to cricket
Sri Lankan batsman Tillakaratne Dilshan will say a goodbye to his 17-year long cricketing career.