Lakshan is a proven and quality performer currently playing first class cricket in Sri Lanka for Galle CC. With a wealth of experience under his belt with over 150 first class games over all formats.

Lakshan started his professional career at Sri Lanka Army Sports Club where he was a loyal servant for over 10 years. He is one of those players that gets better with age which is evident as in the 2022/23 First Class season he scored 1105 runs finishing with an average of 46.04 which included 5 centuries and 3 half-centuries. During the List A season in that same year, he scored 483 runs with an average of 40.25, featuring 5 half-centuries. In 2023, he was selected by Dambulla Aura in the Lanka Premier League.

The elegant left-hander displays remarkable skill and composure at the crease, comfortable facing any type of bowling, with a particular affinity for spin bowling. Lakshan knows his game well which enables him play a key anchor role ensuring he produces a big score for his team. With his off-spinners, Lakshan proves to be a valuable asset, he can be relied upon to contain the opposition while building pressure leading to wickets.

Lakshan will join up with the club this week and be available for selection for all games from Saturday, Wellington Cricket Club are thrilled to have secured Lakshan's services and wish him the best for the 2025 season.

Player Statistics:

First Class:
Matches - 75
Runs - 3702
Average - 33.05
HS - 134

List A
Matches - 51
Runs - 1409
Average - 32.76
HS - 78

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