Thisara Perera

Sri Lankan cricketer and all-rounder

Thisara Perera - Sri Lankan cricketer and all-rounder
Born

April 3rd, 1989
36 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Sri Lanka

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An accomplished cricketer from Sri Lanka, played as an all-rounder primarily in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Twenty20 matches. Debuted for the national team in 2010 and contributed significantly with both bat and ball. Participated in multiple international tournaments, including the ICC World Cups and ICC T20 World Cups. Has also played in various domestic leagues worldwide, earning recognition for explosive batting and effective bowling.

Scored key runs in crucial matches

Took critical wickets during tournaments

Participated in 2014 ICC T20 World Cup

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