Allrounder · LK

Kamindu Mendis

Born: 1998-09-30
Batting: Left Handed Bat
Bowling: left-arm orthodox spin
From: Galle

Batting career

Career totals by format

Batting career statistics
Format	M	Runs	Avg	SR	HS
Test	19	1,614	53.8	62.22	182*
ODI	37	887	30.59	83.13	131
T20I	52	901	21.45	129.27	65
List A	9	252	36	92.31	74*
T20	65	1,499	27.76	134.44	88*
IPL	11	92	23	133.33	32
T10	3	24	8	120	17

Bowling career

Career totals by format

Bowling career statistics
Format	M	Wkts	Econ	Overs	Best
Test	19	3	5.27	30.0	3/32
ODI	37	6	6.83	58.0	3/19
T20I	52	5	8.43	30.0	1/10
List A	9	5	4.16	42.2	3/35
T20	65	17	8.5	79.2	3/21
IPL	11	2	8.57	7.0	1/4
T10	3	2	10.91	3.4	2/14

Recent performances

Test match form

9 Nov 2026Sri Lanka vs PakistanTest · Rawalpindi Cricket Stadium, RawalpindiMatch DrawnView match

Batting: 58 (131) • 8×4, 0×6
Bowling: —

23 Aug 2026Sri Lanka vs IndiaTest · Sinhalese Sports Club Ground, ColomboMatch drawnView match

Batting: 32 (58) • 3×4, 1×6 & 55 (92) • 2×4, 3×6
Bowling: —

15 Aug 2026Sri Lanka vs IndiaTest · Galle International Stadium, GalleIndia won by 165 runsView match

Batting: 14 (25) • 1×4, 1×6 & 2 (12)
Bowling: —

3 Jul 2026Sri Lanka vs West IndiesTest · Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, AntiguaMatch DrawnView match

Batting: 84 (120) • 11×4, 0×6 & 44 (58) • 5×4, 1×6
Bowling: —

25 Jun 2026Sri Lanka vs West IndiesTest · Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, AntiguaWest Indies won by an inning and 217 runsView match

Batting: 0 (1) & 9 (34) • 1×4, 0×6
Bowling: 0/46 (9.0 ov)

About Kamindu Mendis

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Kamindu Mendis possesses a skill set unlike almost any other in international cricket — the rare ability to bowl effectively with both arms. His ambidextrous bowling first captured global attention during the 2016 Under-19 World Cup, where he showcased the capacity to deliver both off-breaks and slow left-arm spin with equal competence. Beyond his unique bowling, Mendis is a capable batter and an agile fielder, attributes that together mark him as a genuine allrounder. His versatility has often drawn intrigue and admiration, positioning him as one of Sri Lanka’s most unconventional talents. Mendis made his international debut in 2018 at the age of 20, entering the national setup during a period of transition and instability for Sri Lankan cricket. Despite the excitement surrounding his exceptional skill set, his early international journey proved challenging. A lack of consistent performances with both bat and ball meant Mendis struggled to cement a regular spot across formats. As Sri Lanka experimented with combinations and personnel during a turbulent phase, Mendis was frequently overlooked, his undeniable potential yet to be fully realised at the highest level. Still, his rare abilities continue to set him apart. If Kamindu Mendis can pair his natural versatility with sustained consistency, he remains a player capable of redefining the role of an allrounder in modern cricket.

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