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Lahiru Kumara

Bowler

Right-arm fast 29 yrs.

Lahiru Kumara, born on February 13, 1997, in Kandy, Sri Lanka, is a right-arm fast bowler renowned for his raw pace and aggressive bowling style. Emerging from the cricketing circuits of Kandy, Kumara's talent was evident early on, leading to his selection for the Sri Lanka Under-19 team. His performances at the junior level showcased his potential to become a mainstay in the national team's pace attack.

Kumara made his first-class debut for Sri Lanka A against West Indies A on October 4, 2016. His impressive performances in domestic cricket, particularly for Nondescripts Cricket Club, paved the way for his inclusion in the national squad. He made his Test debut against Zimbabwe on October 29, 2016, and his ODI debut followed shortly after, on February 4, 2017, against South Africa. His T20I debut came on October 11, 2017, against Pakistan.

Known for consistently bowling at speeds exceeding 140 km/h, Kumara has been a vital asset in Sri Lanka's bowling lineup, especially in Test matches. His ability to generate bounce and movement has troubled many top-order batsmen. However, his career has been marred by injuries and occasional lapses in discipline, which have intermittently sidelined him from the national team.

In domestic cricket, Kumara has represented various teams, including Kandy, Galle, and Dambulla, showcasing his versatility across formats. His participation in franchise leagues, such as the Lanka Premier League, has further honed his skills and provided him with exposure to diverse playing conditions.

His journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of a fast bowler striving to make a lasting impact on the international stage. As he continues to evolve, Kumara remains a promising figure in Sri Lanka's quest to rebuild a formidable pace attack.

वैयक्तिक माहिती
Born	February, 13 1997
Birth Place	Sri Lanka
Current age	29 yrs.
Role	Bowler
Batting style	Left Handed
Bowling style	Right-arm fast

फलंदाजीची आकडेवारी

	M	I	N/O	R	BF	Avg	S/R	HS	4x	6s
Test	38	57	22	190	637	5.43	29.83	13	29	1
ODI	32	19	8	62	140	5.64	44.29	10	8	1
T20I	26	6	3	10	11	3.33	90.91	4	2	0
FC	33	43	17	412	735	15.85	56.05	47	48	17
List A	39	14	6	59	76	7.38	77.63	14	4	1
T20	40	14	8	32	46	5.33	69.57	10	3	1

गोलंदाजीची आकडेवारी

	M	I	O	Balls	Maiden	R	W	AVG	S/R	E/R	BEST BOWL	5 WKT
Test	38	63	1048.4	6292	145	4094	110	37.22	57.20	3.90	6/122	1
ODI	32	32	216.3	1299	4	1404	42	33.43	30.93	6.48	4/48	0
T20I	26	25	90.4	544	1	755	33	22.88	16.48	8.33	3/7	0
FC	33	57	737.3	4425	124	2554	90	28.38	49.17	3.46	6/87	1
List A	39	37	244	1464	11	1235	60	20.58	24.40	5.06	4/21	0
T20	40	40	133.4	802	2	1171	51	22.96	15.73	8.76	4/17	0