Personal Information
| Name | Matheesha Pathirana | Nationality |  Sri Lanka | Position | Bowler | IPL 2025 Auctioned Price | Rs. 13.00 Cr (Retained) | Playing Role | Bowler | IPL Team | Chennai Super Kings | Marriage Status | Unmarried | International Debut | Sri Lanka (2022—present) | T20i International Debut | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan at Dubai (DICS) - August 27, 2022 | Test International Debut | Not Yet Played | One Day International Debut | Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan at Hambantota - June 02, 2023 | Wife Name | Release After Marriage | Net Worth | Around $5 million | Batting Style | Right hand Bat | Bowling Style | Right arm Fast | Born at | Kandy | Current Team | Chennai Super Kings, Sri Lanka National Cricket Team | Birthday | December 18, 2002 | Age | 23 |
Career Information
Matheesha Pathirana: Sri Lanka’s Slinging Sensation
Matheesha Pathirana, born on December 18, 2002, in Kandy, Sri Lanka, has rapidly emerged as a formidable fast bowler, earning the moniker “Baby Malinga” due to his distinctive slingy bowling action reminiscent of Lasith Malinga.
Cricket Career & Stats
- ODI Matches: Since his debut on June 2, 2023, against Afghanistan, Pathirana has played 12 ODIs, taking wickets at crucial moments, showcasing his potential as a key player in Sri Lanka’s bowling lineup.
- T20I Matches: In 15 T20Is, he has claimed 19 wickets at an impressive average of 15.53, including a standout four-wicket haul against India, underscoring his effectiveness in the shorter format.
- IPL Career: Joining the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in 2022, Pathirana quickly became a pivotal figure in their bowling attack. His arsenal includes swing, seam, deceptive slower balls, and pinpoint Yorkers, making him an invaluable asset to the team.
Records & Achievements
- Notably, Pathirana delivered a ball clocked at an astonishing 175 km/h during the 2020 ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup against India. Initially recorded as the fastest delivery in international cricket, this record was later attributed to a technical glitch.
- In February 2024, he became the youngest Sri Lankan bowler to take four wickets in a T20I match, achieving this feat against Afghanistan.
Lesser-Known Facts
- Pathirana’s net worth is estimated at approximately $500,000, accumulated through his professional cricket career and endorsements.
- Despite his rising fame, details about his family, including his parents and any siblings, remain private, reflecting his preference to keep personal matters out of the public eye.
