HOD Selection Committee
Sanath Jayasuriya
Sanath Jayasuriya is a legendary Sri Lankan cricketer, widely regarded as one of the most explosive and destructive opening batsmen in the history of limited-overs cricket. Born in 1969, Jayasuriya made his international debut for Sri Lanka in 1989, and quickly established himself as a dominant force with both bat and ball. He was a key figure in Sri Lanka’s historic victory in the 1996 ICC Cricket World Cup, where his aggressive batting and crucial contributions in the middle overs were pivotal to the team’s success. Known for his ability to turn the game on its head with his swashbuckling strokeplay, Jayasuriya was also a handy left-arm orthodox spinner, providing valuable breakthroughs with the ball. His attacking style revolutionized the role of an opening batsman in ODIs, and his remarkable performances earned him a place among cricketing greats. Over his career, Jayasuriya amassed over 13,000 runs in One Day Internationals (ODIs), including 28 centuries, and made significant contributions in Test cricket as well. He played for Sri Lanka in multiple World Cups and was instrumental in establishing Sri Lanka as a competitive force in international cricket. In the Indian Premier League (IPL), Jayasuriya also made an impact, particularly with the Mumbai Indians. With his unique combination of aggressive batting, spin bowling, and sharp cricketing acumen, Jayasuriya left an indelible mark on the game of cricket.
