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Lahiru Kumara, Sri Lanka
Lahiru Kumara is an Sri lankan cricketer who plays for the team Sri Lanka. Lahiru Kumara was born on Feb 13, 1997; and as of 2026, He is 29 years old. Lahiru Kumara is a bowler from Sri Lanka and bowls .
In his Test career to date, Lahiru Kumara has played 35 matches to date in his Test career and He took 104 wickets, with an average of 36.09, conceding nearly 3.87 runs per over with a best individual figure of 6/122.
In Lahiru Kumara's Odi career, has played 32 matches to date in his Odi career and He took 42 wickets, with an average of 33.43, conceding nearly 6.48 runs per over with a best individual figure of 4/48.
Lahiru Kumara has played 26 matches to date in his T20 career and He took 33 wickets, with an average of 22.88, conceding nearly 8.33 runs per over with a best individual figure of 3/7.
Lahiru KumaraSri Lanka
- Born: Feb 13, 1997 (29 years)
- Birth Place: Sri Lanka
- Role: Bowler
- Batting Style: Left Handed
- Bowling Style: Right-arm fast
Profile
Lahiru Kumara, born on February 13, 1997, in Kandy, Sri Lanka, is a right-arm fast bowler renowned for his raw pace and aggressive bowling style. Emerging from the cricketing circuits of Kandy, Kumara's talent was evident early on, leading to his selection for the Sri Lanka Under-19 team. His performances at the junior level showcased his potential to become a mainstay in the national team's pace attack. Kumara made his first-class debut for Sri Lanka A against West Indies A on October 4, 2016. His impressive performances in domestic cricket, particularly for Nondescripts Cricket Club, paved the way for his inclusion in the national squad. He made his Test debut against Zimbabwe on October 29, 2016, and his ODI debut followed shortly after, on February 4, 2017, against South Africa. His T20I debut came on October 11, 2017, against Pakistan. Known for consistently bowling at speeds exceeding 140 km/h, Kumara has been a vital asset in Sri Lanka's bowling lineup, especially in Test matches. His ability to generate bounce and movement has troubled many top-order batsmen. However, his career has been marred by injuries and occasional lapses in discipline, which have intermittently sidelined him from the national team. In domestic cricket, Kumara has represented various teams, including Kandy, Galle, and Dambulla, showcasing his versatility across formats. His participation in franchise leagues, such as the Lanka Premier League, has further honed his skills and provided him with exposure to diverse playing conditions. His journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of a fast bowler striving to make a lasting impact on the international stage. As he continues to evolve, Kumara remains a promising figure in Sri Lanka's quest to rebuild a formidable pace attack.
Career Information
Batting Career Summary
| MAT | NO | Runs | HS | AVG | SR | 100s | 50 | 4s | 6s | CT | ST | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEST | 35 | 22 | 156 | 13 | 5.20 | 32.57 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 0 | 11 | 0 |
| ODI | 32 | 8 | 62 | 10 | 5.64 | 44.29 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 1 | 6 | 0 |
| T20 | 26 | 3 | 10 | 4 | 3.33 | 90.91 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Bowling Career Summary
| MAT | Wkts | AVG | ECON | Best | 5w | 10w | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEST | 35 | 104 | 36.09 | 3.87 | 122/6 | 1 | 0 |
| ODI | 32 | 42 | 33.43 | 6.48 | 48/4 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 26 | 33 | 22.88 | 8.33 | 7/3 | 0 | 0 |
Lahiru Kumara's LAST 10 INNINGS
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Last 10 TEST Innings
Vs West Indies 12 (14) , 9 (7) Vs Australia 2 (26) , 9 (18) Vs South Africa 0 (2) , 1 (11) Vs South Africa 10 (5) , 5 (15) -
Last 10 ODI Innings
Vs New Zealand 1 (10)
- Dasun Shanaka
- Kamindu Mendis
- Nishan Madushka
- Jeffrey Vandersay
- Prabath Jayasuriya
- Pathum Nissanka
- Nuwan Thushara
- Asitha Fernando
- Ramesh Mendis
- Pavan Rathnayake
- Maheesh Theekshana
- Dunith Wellalage
- Milan Rathnayake
- Eshan Malinga
- Dushan Hemantha
- Sadeera Samarawickrama
- Dilshan Madushanka
- Matheesha Pathirana
- Vishwa Fernando
- Sonal Dinusha
- Charith Asalanka
- Dhananjaya de Silva
- Kasun Rajitha
- Lahiru Udara
- Janith Liyanage
- Isitha Wijesundara
- Pramod Madushan
- Traveen Mathew
- Wanindu Hasaranga
- Dinesh Chandimal
- Kusal Mendis
- Kusal Perera
- Kamil Mishara
- Pasindu Sooriyabandara
- Dushmantha Chameera
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