Wanindu Hasaranga is a dynamic Sri Lankan allrounder who has made a name for himself as a destructive lower-order batter and a cunning legbreak bowler. The 28-year-old from Galle burst onto the international scene in spectacular fashion, becoming only the third debutant in ODI history to claim a hat-trick in his very first match against Zimbabwe in 2017. After impressing at the Under-19 level for Sri Lanka, he developed into a complete allrounder, with his leg-spin becoming increasingly potent in T20 cricket. Hasaranga has been a sought-after presence in franchise leagues worldwide, featuring prominently in the IPL for Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Sunrisers Hyderabad, Rajasthan Royals, and Lucknow Super Giants. His ability to contribute with both bat and ball, combined with exceptional fielding, makes him one of Sri Lanka’s most valuable cricketers in the modern era.
