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Sanath Jayasuriya
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Sanath Jayasuriya

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Transforming opening batting during Sri Lanka’s 1996 World Cup victory.

World Cup · Champions Trophy

Born
30 June 1969
Birthplace
Matara

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Sanath Jayasuriya

Sanath Jayasuriya is a Sri Lankan former cricket captain and all-rounder. His aggressive left-handed batting complemented his left-arm spin bowling.

Early life

School cricket

Developed at St. Servatius’ College in Matara and represented Sri Lanka at the 1988 Under-19 World Cup.

Career

  1. 1989

    ODI debut

    Made his debut against Australia.

  2. 1991

    Test debut

    Entered Test cricket against New Zealand.

  3. 1999–2003

    Captaincy

    Led Sri Lanka’s national team.

  4. 2011

    International retirement

    Ended his limited-overs playing career.

  5. 2019

    ICC sanction

    Accepted a two-year ban after admitting failure to cooperate with, and obstruction of, an anti-corruption investigation.

Achievements

World Cup

Was named player of the tournament as Sri Lanka won.

Champions Trophy

Captained Sri Lanka to a shared title with India.

Beyond sport

Public office

Represented Matara in parliament after the 2010 election.

Sources & photo creditBiography and career ↗Biographical references ↗ICC disciplinary decision ↗

Original photograph. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.

Photo: User:Chamal_N. CC BY 2.0 · Original image. Cropped and displayed in monochrome.