Lasith Malinga
Bowler
01 Nov 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2025: Jasprit Bumrah expresses joy over MI's retention
India's spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been retained by Mumbai Indians (MI) as their first pick for the next Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025.
13 Oct 2024
BCCIParas Mhambrey appointed as Mumbai Indians bowling coach: Details here
Former bowling coach of the Indian national cricket team, Paras Mhambrey has been appointed as the new bowling coach of Mumbai Indians (MI).
23 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupBowlers with multiple hat-tricks in T20I cricket
Australian pacer Pat Cummins scripted history on June 23 by becoming the first bowler to take back-to-back hat-tricks in T20I cricket.
18 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupT20 World Cup: Most wickets among pacers
New Zealand thrashed Papua New Guinea in their final ICC T20 World Cup 2024 encounter at the Brian Lara Stadium, Trinidad.
14 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupBowlers with most four-wicket hauls in T20 cricket
The 2024 ICC T20 World Cup has so far seen the dominance of bowlers on some tricky surfaces, both in the Caribbean and USA.
03 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupList of Super Overs in T20 World Cup history
Match 3 of the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup was a low-scoring thriller as Namibia beat Oman in the Super Over at the Kensington Oval in Barbados.
02 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupT20 World Cup: Who has taken most wickets for SL?
The 2024 ICC T20 World Cup went underway on June 1.
02 Jun 2024
ICC T20 World CupSL bowlers with most wickets in a T20 WC edition
The Sri Lanka cricket team has enjoyed a good run of form at the ICC T20 World Cup.
14 May 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL: Bowlers to claim 20-plus wickets in season most times
Though Mumbai Indians have been eliminated from the playoff race in the 2024 Indian Premier League, their pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has been on a roll.
09 May 2024
ICC T20 World CupPresenting bowlers with most death-over wickets in T20 World Cups
The 2024 edition of the ICC T20 World Cup will be co-hosted by USA and West Indies.
07 May 2024
ICC T20 World CupT20 World Cup: Who has most wickets in winning cause?
The 2024 Men's ICC T20 World Cup will be underway on June 1 in the Caribbean and USA.
06 May 2024
ICC T20 World CupDecoding the best spells versus England in T20 World Cups
England will enter the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup as defending champions, having clinched the title in 2022.
04 May 2024
Jasprit BumrahBowlers with most IPL wickets at the Wankhede Stadium
Jasprit Bumrah made history when he joined Lasith Malinga as the second bowler ever to claim 50-plus wickets at the iconic Wankhede Stadium in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
03 May 2024
Jasprit BumrahJasprit Bumrah completes 50 IPL wickets at Wankhede: Key stats
Mumbai Indians pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah has unlocked another achievement as he has completed 50 Indian Premier League (IPL) wickets at the Wankhede Stadium.
30 Apr 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL: Which bowlers have taken most wickets at a venue?
Veteran spinner Sunil Narine on April 29 accomplished a major Indian Premier League milestone.
29 Apr 2024
Sunil NarineSunil Narine becomes highest wicket-taker at a venue in IPL
Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Sunil Narine bowled an economical spell against Delhi Capitals in Match 47 of the 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) season at Eden Gardens.
23 Apr 2024
Yuzvendra ChahalYuzvendra Chahal completes 200 IPL wickets: Dissecting his numbers
Veteran leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal scripted history on Monday (April 22) as he became the first bowler to complete 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL).
11 Apr 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL: Here are lopsided player battles with no dismissals
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has produced some exhilarating player rivalries over the years.
11 Apr 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)Indian Premier League: Presenting highest wicket-takers in death overs
One of the toughest tasks in T20 cricket is to restrict the flow of runs in death overs. Even the greatest bowlers succumb to the pressure, especially in the Indian Premier League.
08 Apr 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)Who has the most IPL wickets for a team? Stats
Jasprit Bumrah starred with another match-winning spell for Mumbai Indians, this time against Delhi Capitals in Match 20 of the 2024 Indian Premier League season.
07 Apr 2024
Jasprit BumrahJasprit Bumrah completes 150 IPL wickets: Decoding his stats
Mumbai Indians pacer Jasprit Bumrah has reached a milestone of 150 wickets in the Indian Premier League.
24 Mar 2024
Mumbai Indians (MI)Lasith Malinga: Revisiting his top match-winning spells in IPL
Former Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga is arguably the finest fast bowler to have played the T20 format.
10 Mar 2024
Indian Premier League (IPL)Presenting the unique bowling records in IPL
The 2024 Indian Premier League (IPL) edition will be underway in less than two weeks. Defending champions Chennai Super Kings will meet Royal Challengers Bangalore on March 22.
09 Mar 2024
Sri Lanka Cricket TeamSL's Nuwan Thushara joins elite list with hat-trick versus Bangladesh
Sri Lanka's fast-bowling sensation Nuwan Thushara scripted history with a majestic hat-trick in the third and final T20I against Bangladesh in Sylhet.
19 Feb 2024
Wanindu HasarangaWanindu Hasaranga becomes second-fastest bowler to claim 100 T20I wickets
Sri Lankan skipper Wanindu Hasaranga became the second-fastest bowler to accomplish 100 T20I wickets.
18 Jan 2024
Wanindu HasarangaWanindu Hasaranga records his third T20I four-fer: Key stats
Sri Lanka claimed a massive win against Zimbabwe in the 3rd and final T20I at the R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.
20 Dec 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2024 auction: Who is Sri Lanka's Nuwan Thusara?
Sri Lankan pacer Nuwan Thushara will play for Mumbai Indians (MI) in the 2024 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
04 Nov 2023
Mitchell StarcMitchell Starc becomes the third-highest wicket-taker in ODI WC history
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has broken the tie with Lasith Malinga to become the third-highest wicket-taker in ICC Cricket World Cups.
25 Oct 2023
Mitchell StarcWorld Cup: Mitchell Starc becomes the most successful left-arm pacer
Australian cricket team pacer Mitchell Starc has become the most successful left-arm pacer in the ICC Cricket World Cup history.
20 Oct 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)Mumbai Indians rope in Lasith Malinga as bowling coach: Details
Mumbai Indians have announced Lasith Malinga's appointment as their bowling coach.
07 Oct 2023
Mitchell StarcMitchell Starc fastest to complete 50 World Cup wickets: Stats
Australian pacer Mitchell Starc has scripted history as he has become the fastest bowler to accomplish 50 wickets in ICC Cricket World Cups.
28 Sep 2023
Mitchell StarcMitchell Starc owns best bowling average in WC history: Stats
Australia will be heading into the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup as one of the favorites to win the tournament.
25 Sep 2023
ICC Cricket World CupPresenting the highest wicket-takers in ICC Cricket World Cup history
The 2023 edition of the ICC Cricket World Cup is scheduled to get underway on October 5.
04 Sep 2023
Ish SodhiIsh Sodhi becomes highest wicket-taker in away T20Is: Key stats
New Zealand leg-spinner Ish Sodhi recorded a three-wicket haul against England in the third T20I of the four-match series on Sunday (September 3).
31 Aug 2023
Tim SoutheeTim Southee vs Shakib Al Hasan in T20Is: Key stats
New Zealand captain Tim Southee has overtaken his Bangladesh counterpart Shakib Al Hasan to become the highest wicket-taker in T20Is.
19 Aug 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)MI appoint Lasith Malinga as bowling coach: Details here
Sri Lankan legend Lasith Malinga has returned to Mumbai Indians as their new bowling coach.
18 Aug 2023
ICC Cricket World CupPresenting the unbreakable records at ICC Cricket World Cups
The 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup will be played in India in October-November.
07 Aug 2023
Asia CupPresenting the unbreakable records in Asia Cup
Cricket fans have their eyes on the calendar with the 2023 edition of the Asia Cup getting underway on August 30.
05 Aug 2023
Asia CupDecoding Team Sri Lanka's stats in Asia Cup
Sri Lanka will fight for their seventh Asia Cup title in the 2023 edition of the continental tournament, which will get underway on August 30.
04 Aug 2023
Asia CupDecoding the best spells in Asia Cup
The 2023 edition of the Asia Cup will get underway on August 30 with a total of six teams taking part.
03 Aug 2023
Wasim AkramPresenting the unbreakable bowling records in ODI cricket
After two years of action-packed T20I cricket, it is time for the 50-over format to take over.
30 May 2023
Mohammed ShamiMohammed Shami finishes IPL 2023 as GT's leading wicket-taker
Purple cap winner Mohammed Shami has finished the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL) season as the highest wicket-taker for the Gujarat Titans.
11 May 2023
Matheesha PathiranaIPL 2023: Decoding Matheesha Pathirana's remarkable stats in death overs
Matheesha Pathirana's rise has been one of the stories of the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL).
22 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)Amit Mishra matches Lasith Malinga's wickets tally in IPL: Stats
Veteran leg-spinner Amit Mishra had another great outing for Lucknow Super Giants against the Gujarat Titans in match number 30 of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season.
07 Apr 2023
Sunil NarineSunil Narine completes 150 IPL matches for KKR: Key stats
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) on Thursday (April 6) thrashed Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) by 81 runs to claim their first win in the 2023 Indian Premier League (IPL).
02 Apr 2023
Indian Premier League (IPL)Yuzvendra Chahal equals Lasith Malinga's IPL wickets tally: Key stats
Rajasthan Royals superstar Yuzvendra Chahal delivered a bowling masterclass against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in their Indian Premier League (IPL) opener at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad.
04 Nov 2022
Ish SodhiIsh Sodhi steers clear of Malinga, becomes fourth-highest T20I wicket-taker
Ish Sodhi delivered an impressive spell against Ireland during New Zealand's final Super 12 assignment in the ongoing ICC T20 World Cup 2022.
03 Jun 2022
Australian Cricket TeamLasith Malinga named Sri Lanka's bowling strategy coach: Details here
Former captain and pacer Lasith Malinga has been appointed as Sri Lanka's bowling consultant for the upcoming white-ball series against Australia, starting June 7.
11 Mar 2022
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2022: Rajasthan Royals appoint Lasith Malinga as fast-bowling coach
Rajasthan Royals have appointed Lasith Malinga as their fast-bowling coach for the upcoming Indian Premier League (IPL) season.
18 Nov 2021
New Zealand Cricket TeamTim Southee breaks Lasith Malinga's record: Decoding his T20I stats
In the first T20I between India and New Zealand, veteran pacer Tim Southee went on to surpass Lasith Malinga's wickets tally.
14 Sep 2021
SportsLegend Lasith Malinga announces retirement from T20 cricket
Sri Lankan legend Lasith Malinga has announced retirement from all forms of cricket.
20 Jan 2021
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2021 Player Retention: CSK retain Raina, Smith sacked
Following India's historic win at the Gabba, the attention shifts to the 14th edition of Indian Premier League.
02 Sep 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)IPL 2020: Lasith Malinga ruled out, James Pattinson replaces him
Lasith Malinga has been ruled out of the impending Indian Premier League season. He will be unavailable due to personal reasons.
28 Aug 2020
Indian Premier League (IPL)Happy Birthday Lasith Malinga: A look at his monumental records
Sri Lankan maestro Lasith Malinga, on Friday, turned 37.
| Format | M | Ing | NO | R | HS | A | SR | 100s | 50s |
| Test | 30 | 37 | 13 | 275 | 64 | 11.45 | 44.42 | 0 | 1 |
| ODI | 226 | 119 | 36 | 567 | 56 | 6.83 | 74.5 | 0 | 1 |
| T20I | 84 | 33 | 12 | 136 | 27 | 6.47 | 84.47 | 0 | 0 |
| T20 | 295 | 92 | 39 | 426 | 37* | 8.03 | 102.89 | 0 | 0 |
| List A | 291 | 154 | 44 | 740 | 56 | 6.72 | - | 0 | 1 |
| First Class | 84 | 101 | 41 | 585 | 64 | 9.75 | 40.45 | 0 | 1 |
| Format | M | Ing | Balls | R | W | A | SR | E | 5W | 10W |
| Test | 30 | 59 | 5,209 | 3,349 | 101 | 33.15 | 51.5 | 3.85 | 3 | 0 |
| ODI | 226 | 220 | 10,936 | 9,760 | 338 | 28.87 | 32.3 | 5.35 | 8 | 0 |
| T20I | 84 | 83 | 1,799 | 2,225 | 107 | 20.79 | 16.8 | 7.42 | 2 | 0 |
| T20 | 295 | 289 | 6,508 | 7,679 | 390 | 19.68 | 16.6 | 7.07 | 5 | 0 |
| List A | 291 | 13,916 | 12,264 | 446 | 27.49 | 31.2 | 5.28 | 10 | 0 | |
| First Class | 84 | 11,927 | 7,784 | 257 | 30.28 | 46.4 | 3.91 | 7 | 0 |
