Chaminda Vaas
Cricketer and coach with 400 ODIs wickets
Born
January 27th, 1974
51 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Sri Lanka
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A prominent cricketer and coach, Vaas played for the Sri Lankan national cricket team from 1994 to 2009. He excelled as a left-arm fast bowler, gaining recognition for his wicket-taking ability and consistency. Vaas participated in three Cricket World Cups, contributing significantly to Sri Lanka's success during this period. After retirement from international cricket, Vaas transitioned into coaching, sharing his extensive knowledge of the game with emerging talents. His influence extended into domestic leagues, mentoring young cricketers in various roles.
Took 400 wickets in One Day Internationals
Played key role in Sri Lanka's 1996 World Cup victory
Participated in 111 Test matches
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