Nuwan Kulasekara
Country: Sri Lanka
Team:
Sri Lanka, Nondescripts Cricket Club, Chennai Super Kings, Nagenahira Nagas, Kandurata Maroons, Comilla Victorians, Sussex, Sri Lanka A, Rangpur Riders, Sri Lanka Legends, Asia Lions, Morrisville Unity, Kandy Samp Army
Sport: Cricket
Personal Profile
Born: July 22, 1982 (43 years)
Birth Place: Nittambuwa
Nickname: Kulasekara
Role: Bowling Allrounder
Batting Style: Right Handed Bat
Bowling Style: Right-arm fast-medium
Career Information
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T20
Debut: vs Pakistan, 2008-10-11, Maple Leaf North-West Ground
Last Match: vs Bangladesh, 2017-04-06, R.Premadasa Stadium -
TEST
Debut: vs New Zealand, 2005-04-04, McLean Park
Last Match: vs England, 2014-06-12, Lord's -
ODI
Debut: vs England, 2003-11-18, Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium
Last Match: vs Zimbabwe, 2017-07-10, Mahinda Rajapaksa International Stadium -
IPL
Debut: vs Pune Warriors, 2011-04-27, Dr DY Patil Sports Academy
Last Match: vs Punjab Kings, 2012-04-28, MA Chidambaram Stadium -
CL
Debut: vs New South Wales, 2011-10-04, MA Chidambaram Stadium
Last Match: vs Faisalabad Wolves, 2013-09-20, Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra Stadium
ICC Rankings
| Format | Current Rank | Best Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Test | -- | 95 |
| ODI | -- | -- |
| T20I | -- | 57 |
Batting Career Summary
| Test | ODI | T20 | IPL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 21 | 184 | 58 | 6 |
| Innings | 28 | 123 | 30 | 1 |
| Runs | 391 | 1327 | 215 | 5 |
| Balls | 930 | 1629 | 184 | 3 |
| Highest | 64 | 73 | 31 | 5 |
| Average | 14.48 | 15.43 | 10.24 | 0 |
| SR | 42.05 | 81.47 | 116.85 | 166.67 |
| Not Out | 1 | 37 | 9 | 1 |
| Fours | 47 | 95 | 14 | 1 |
| Sixes | 8 | 39 | 7 | 0 |
| Ducks | 4 | 13 | 4 | 0 |
| 50s | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| 100s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 200s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 300s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 400s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Career Summary
| Test | ODI | T20 | IPL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matches | 21 | 184 | 58 | 6 |
| Innings | 38 | 181 | 58 | 5 |
| Balls | 3573 | 8263 | 1231 | 102 |
| Runs | 1795 | 6751 | 1530 | 120 |
| Maidens | 120 | 105 | 6 | 0 |
| Wickets | 48 | 199 | 66 | 5 |
| Avg | 37.4 | 33.92 | 23.18 | 24.0 |
| Eco | 3.01 | 4.9 | 7.46 | 7.06 |
| SR | 74.44 | 41.52 | 18.65 | 20.4 |
| BBI | 4/21 | 5/22 | 4/31 | 2/10 |
| BBM | 8/58 | 5/22 | 4/31 | 2/10 |
| 4w | 3 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| 5w | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 10w | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
About Nuwan Kulasekara
Representing Sri Lanka, Nuwan Kulasekara has established himself as an impactful figure in modern-day Cricket with his skill and determination.
Nuwan Kulasekara has played for teams including Sri Lanka, Nondescripts Cricket Club, Chennai Super Kings, Nagenahira Nagas, Kandurata Maroons, Comilla Victorians, Sussex, Sri Lanka A, Rangpur Riders, Sri Lanka Legends, Asia Lions, Morrisville Unity, Kandy Samp Army, showcasing adaptability in different match conditions. Nuwan Kulasekara continues to refine his skills and adapt his game to various match scenarios, making him a valuable player in the sport.
With growing experience and consistent development, Nuwan Kulasekara is widely regarded as a player to watch in the coming years.