Nationality: Sri Lanka
Position: Wicketkeeper
Batting Style: Left Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Date of Birth: 1990-01-17 Age: 35
Pinnaduwage Chaturanga de Silva, popularly known as Chaturanga de Silva, is a talented cricketer from Sri Lanka.
Born on August 7, 1990, in the city of Galle, Chaturanga has made a name for himself as a promising all-rounder, showcasing his abilities with left-arm spin and his ability to play aggressive innings from the lower order.
Chaturanga's cricketing journey began to gather momentum when he made his international debut in the 2014 Asia Cup.
He had caught the attention of the national selectors after delivering impressive performances for the A team against the touring England Lions.
Notably, his contributions of two forties and five wickets in the first unofficial Test in February paved the way for his selection in the Asia Cup squad, where he was given the opportunity to showcase his skills on the international stage.
Even before his international debut, Chaturanga proved his consistency as one of Sri Lanka's most notable fringe players.
He showcased his talent and skills for over a year, impressing both for the A team as well as his domestic team, Moors Sports Club.
His performances with both bat and ball made him stand out, and he was earmarked as a future international prospect by the selection panel led by the legendary Sanath Jayasuriya in 2013.
Chaturanga's prowess with the bat was evident when he recorded first-class hundreds during the A-team tour to the West Indies and New Zealand A's tour of Sri Lanka.
These performances further solidified his position as a player with immense potential.
In his domestic career, Chaturanga has represented Colts Cricket Club and Chilaw Marians, showcasing his versatility across various platforms.
Apart from his left-arm spin bowling, Chaturanga is known for his ability to play brisk innings from the lower order, providing valuable contributions to the team's total.
His style of play ensures that he can shift gears quickly, scoring runs at a brisk pace when the situation demands it.
Chaturanga's progress as a cricketer has been closely followed by fans and experts alike.
His abilities in both batting and bowling have made him a valuable asset for any team he represents.
Moreover, his consistency and dedication to his craft have ensured that he is always in contention for national selection.
As Chaturanga's career progresses, he continues to work hard on his skills, aiming to make a significant impact on the international stage.
With his talent and determination, he has the potential to become one of Sri Lanka's most prominent all-rounders in the years to come.
Chaturanga de Silva is a talented cricketer from Sri Lanka who has showcased his abilities as an all-rounder.
His left-arm spin and ability to play aggressive innings from the lower order make him a valuable asset to any team.
With promising performances both domestically and internationally, Chaturanga has a bright future ahead in the world of cricket.
Batting Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 11 | 8 | 3 | 95 | 39 | 11.88 | 55 | 172.73 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 10 |
| ODI | 1 | 1 | 0 | 14 | 14 | 14.00 | 14 | 100.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| T20 | 60 | 51 | 10 | 529 | 56 | 10.37 | 413 | 128.09 | 0 | 2 | 25 | 46 |
Bowling Stats
| Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| T10 | 13 | 12 | 14 | 235 | 21.6 | 16.79 | 10.88 | 6 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| ODI | 1 | 1 | 0 | 23 | 4 | - | 5.75 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 66 | 63 | 50 | 1274 | 176.6 | 25.48 | 7.21 | 26 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2025-03-14
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