Nationality: Italy
Position: Batsman
Date of Birth: 2005-07-25 Age: 19

Born on 25th July 2005 in the bustling city of Colombo, Samaru Nimesh's voyage into the heart of cricket began from a tender age. Surrounded by a family that celebrated the sport with almost religious fervour, it was no surprise when young Samaru picked up the bat as soon as he could walk. His father's tales of the cricketing greats became bedtime stories, fantastical enough to ignite a spark in the young boy's heart.
Samaru carved his path through the dense jungle of young aspirants with a diligent work ethic and an insatiable desire to better himself. He honed his craft in local leagues, where whispers of his explosive batting prowess started circulating. By the time he reached 16, Samaru had caught the attention of national selectors and was soon drafted into the domestic circuit. His professional debut came in 2023, marking the inception of his impact on the grand stage.
Samaru's style, though predominantly aggressive, is marked by its adaptability. His repertoire allows him to adapt his batting to the immediate demands of the game. Whether it’s countering fierce pace with elegant strokes or patiently grinding through spin, Samaru exhibits an audacious amalgamation of precision and power. While not primarily known for his bowling, he possesses a versatile skill set, capable of providing crucial breakthroughs at unexpected junctures in limited-overs games.
One of the crowning jewels of Samaru's burgeoning career came during the 2025 World Cup. He played a scintillating knock against arch-rivals India, scoring an unbeaten century that steered his team to a memorable victory and etched his name into the annals of cricketing lore. This match not only cemented his reputation as a dependable match-winner but also ignited one of modern cricket's most enthralling rivalries.
With records tumbling and accolades accumulating, Samaru's journey has been nothing short of meteoric. Yet, amidst the celebration of runs and records, what truly captures the populace's imagination is his uncanny ability to sway the game's rhythm. His dynamic presence, whether at the crease or in the field, breathes life into the game, drawing fans into cricket's eternal dance between bat and ball.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 8 | 8 | 1 | 99 | 34 | 12.38 | 83 | 119.28 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 5 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2022-07-22