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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