Matheesha Pathirana, the young Sri Lankan right-arm fast bowler, made headlines by breaking a five-year-old record set by the legendary pacer Lasith Malinga in T20Is. Pathirana achieved this feat during the recent T20I series against Afghanistan, where he surpassed Malinga’s record for the most wickets taken by a Sri Lankan fast bowler in a single bilateral T20I series.
In the three games of the series, the 21-year-old took eight wickets at an economy rate of 8. This performance not only showcased his talent but also highlighted his potential as a key player for Sri Lanka in the future.
During the final T20I against Afghanistan at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on February 21, Pathirana further solidified his reputation by claiming two crucial wickets. His impressive bowling helped restrict Afghanistan to a competitive total, but Sri Lanka ultimately fell short by three runs in a closely contested match.
Despite the loss, Pathirana’s achievement was a significant highlight for Sri Lankan cricket, as he continues to emerge as a promising talent for the national team. His record-breaking performance against Afghanistan underscores his potential to become a key player in Sri Lanka’s bowling attack in the years to come.
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