Dasun Shanaka

Dasun Shanaka
Nationality: Sri Lanka
Position: Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Fast Medium
Date of Birth: 1991-09-09 Age: 34

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Madagamagamage Dasun Shanaka, commonly known as Dasun Shanaka, is an explosive middle-order batsman and a steady right-arm seam bowler hailing from Sri Lanka.
Born and raised in Negombo, Shanaka's journey to become an international cricket player is a testimony to his hard work and dedication.

Shanaka started making waves in the cricketing arena through his exceptional performances for Sinhalese Sports Club, where he consistently displayed his talent and potential.
His debut in T20 internationals came in August 2015, when he represented Sri Lanka against Pakistan.
However, it was during the subsequent domestic season that he truly caught the attention of cricket enthusiasts and experts alike.

In a fiercely fought AIA Premier T20 match against Saracens Sports Club, Shanaka exhibited his batting prowess by smashing a remarkable 123 runs from just 46 deliveries.
What made this knock even more extraordinary was his record-breaking 16 sixes, the most by a Sri Lankan player in a T20 innings.
Surprisingly, this wasn't even Shanaka's biggest T20 score of the week, as he had previously hammered 131 runs off just 48 balls against Galle Cricket Club.

While Shanaka's batting abilities were certainly impressive, it was his bowling skills that initially propelled him to prominence on the international stage.
Despite only having two domestic T20 wickets to his name, he delivered an exceptional performance against India in Pune, taking 3 for 16 on a challenging pitch.
This sensational display of bowling showcased his potential as a valuable all-rounder.

Shanaka's bright cameos in the 2016 World T20 further solidified his place in the Sri Lankan cricket team.
Recognized for his impeccable technique and composure under pressure, he proved to be an influential player for his team.
In April of the same year, Shanaka received his first-ever Test squad selection for Sri Lanka's tour of England.
This milestone in his career was primarily based on his untapped potential rather than his first-class record.

As he continues to represent his country at the international level, Shanaka's dedication and determination serve as an inspiration to aspiring cricketers.
With every game, he demonstrates his ability to adapt to different formats and contribute significantly with both bat and ball.
His explosive batting style and his ability to consistently pick up wickets make him a valuable asset to the Sri Lankan cricket team.

Off the field, Shanaka is known for his humble and grounded personality.
Despite his rising fame, he remains dedicated to his craft and strives to improve his skills continually.
With his talent, versatility, and unwavering work ethic, Dasun Shanaka undoubtedly has a bright future ahead, and he continues to make his mark in the international cricket arena.

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	6s	4s
ODI	55	50	4	982	108	19.64	1175	83.57	2	2	24	77
T20	95	88	24	1527	75	17.35	1069	142.84	0	4	83	120
T20I	86	81	22	1401	74	17.30	1063	131.80	0	6	68	99
T10	43	40	14	753	62	18.83	361	208.59	0	4	59	59
FC	3	6	1	111	66	18.50	216	51.39	0	1	5	7

Format	Mat	Inns	Wkts	Runs	Overs	Ave	Econ	Wide	NoBall	4w
ODI	51	37	20	799	142.6	39.95	5.60	29	2	0
T20	56	55	41	1151	121.3	28.07	9.49	50	1	1
T20I	58	53	35	823	96.8	23.51	8.50	32	4	1
T10	40	25	13	505	39.2	38.85	12.88	26	9	0
FC	3	4	4	170	53.5	42.50	3.18	1	3	0

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