The Best And Greatest Sri Lankan Cricketers Of All Time Ranked

The Best And Greatest Sri Lankan Cricketers Of All Time Ranked

Sri Lanka has given many best cricketers to the international cricket world, know about the all time greatest list of Sri Lankan players

Out of all these players, Kumar Sangakkara and Sanath Jayasurya have stolen most of their hearts with their gameplay.

Cricket like India is a religion to its neighboring country Sri Lanka as well; Lankans have always exhibited amazing displays of cricket in the field. The best Sri Lanka cricketers have worked quite hard to achieve the position that they hold today, they have careers decorated with awards. So here is the list which includes the best Sri Lankan cricket players including Batsmen, Bowlers, Fielders, and Wicket-keepers & All-Rounders as below.

Best Sri Lankan Cricketers Of All Time

1- Sanath Jayasuriya

Sanath Jayasuriya has become the pillar of Sri Lankan cricket defining talent, he is a gem. Sanath is the most stylish batsman ever seen in Sri Lankan cricket. There will never ever be another Sanath Jayasuriya in Sri Lankan cricket history as he is a legendary player and all-rounder on the team.

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2- Kumar Sangakkara

He is a stunning batsman and team-best-ever wicketkeeper. He saved and won more matches for Sri Lanka than anyone else on the team. He has led Sri Lanka to the finals of T20 and ODI World Cups, being their best cricketer ever. Kumar is a hero of the Sri Lankan cricket team and has gotten to this level because of his abilities. He is an amazing wicket-keeper/batsmen ever chooser by Sri Lanka.

3- Muttiah Muralitharan

He is regarded as one of the leading wicket-takers in the entire world. One of the Sri Lankans who is known globally for good reasons is Muralitharan. Without a doubt, his efforts to Sri Lankan cricket are appreciated and he will always remain one of the best cricketers in Sri Lanka and over the world. Sri Lanka would not win matches if he was not there from the year 1995 to the year 2011.

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4- Lasith Malinga

The stunning bowler Sri Lanka had ever produced is Lasith Malinga. He is simple, honest and Mumbai Indians were lucky to have him and he is a player who is always smiling in every situation. We hope that he will be using his talent in a wise manner in the near future as well.

5- Tillakaratne Dilshan

Dilshan is the 4th greatest after, Sanath, Sanga, and Mahela. As for his aggressive style which has always been admired by all Sri Lankans. Dilshan means hard work and dedication and he is an amazing lesson for young ones.

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