
Kusal Perera
Kusal Perera is an aggressive left-handed opening batter and wicketkeeper for the Sri Lankan national cricket team. He is widely known for his explosive and attacking style, often drawing comparisons to Sri Lankan legend Sanath Jayasuriya due to his power and fearless approach to batting. Perera is a destructive force at the top of the order, particularly in limited-overs formats, where he can take the game away from the opposition with his quick-fire scoring. His ability to hit boundaries all around the ground and his clean hitting make him a formidable player.
Throughout his career, Kusal Perera has been a match-winner in high-pressure situations. His most famous innings is the breathtaking 153 not out against South Africa in a Test match in Durban, an incredible performance that single-handedly won a memorable game for Sri Lanka. As a versatile player, he also provides a solid wicketkeeping option for the team, adding balance to the squad. While he has faced some challenges with injury and consistency, Perera's ability to turn a game on its head with a single innings has cemented his place as an exciting and valuable player for Sri Lanka.
Recent performances
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Men's T20I · Batting
Recent 5
| Team | Opponent | Runs | Balls | Strike rate | 4s | 6s | Series | Match | Ground | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | ZIM | 22 | 14 | 158 | 4 | 0 | ICC Men's T20I World Cup, 2026 | — | R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo | 19-02-2026 |
| SL | AUS | 1 | 3 | 34 | 0 | 0 | ICC Men's T20I World Cup, 2026 | — | Pallekele International Cricket Stadium, Pallekele | 16-02-2026 |
| SL | PAK | 1 | 6 | 17 | 0 | 0 | Pakistan T20I Tri-Series, 2025 | — | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | 29-11-2025 |
| SL | PAK | 6 | 8 | 75 | 0 | 0 | Pakistan T20I Tri-Series, 2025 | — | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | 27-11-2025 |
| SL | PAK | 25 | 19 | 132 | 2 | 1 | Pakistan T20I Tri-Series, 2025 | — | Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, Rawalpindi | 22-11-2025 |