Charith Asalanka

Charith Asalanka is one of Sri Lanka’s brightest batting talents in the modern era. A composed left-hander with a strong sense of timing and technique, Asalanka has become a key figure in Sri Lanka’s white-ball resurgence. Whether he’s anchoring the innings or counterattacking under pressure, his adaptability in the middle order makes him a standout performer for the national team.

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Early Life & Rise Through the Ranks

Born on June 29, 1997, in Elpitiya, Charith Asalanka’s cricketing journey began at Richmond College, Galle—one of Sri Lanka’s top cricketing schools. A consistent performer at age-group levels, he captained the Sri Lanka Under-19 team and earned praise for his calm leadership and classy strokeplay.

International Debut & Breakthrough

Asalanka made his ODI debut in 2021 against England and didn’t take long to make an impact. His fearless batting and smart shot selection caught the eye during the 2021 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, where he emerged as one of Sri Lanka’s top run-scorers. Since then, he has become a regular in both the ODI and T20I squads.

Batting Style & Role

  • Batting Style: Left-hand bat
  • Role: Middle-order batsman
  • Strengths: Excellent against spin, calm under pressure, natural stroke-maker
  • Memorable Knocks:
    • 80* vs Bangladesh – 2021 T20 World Cup
    • 110 vs Australia – 2022 ODI series

Domestic & Franchise Career

Charith has featured in Sri Lanka’s top domestic tournaments and played a key role for teams like Galle Gladiators in the Lanka Premier League (LPL). His ability to build an innings or accelerate when needed has made him a dependable player in pressure situations.

Career Stats (as of 2025)

Format Matches Runs Average 100s/50s Best Score
ODI 45 1,382 38.4 2/10 110
T20I 38 934 28.3 0/7 80*
Tests Yet to debut – – – –

 

Awards & Recognition

  • ICC Emerging Player of the Month – November 2021
  • Leading run-scorer for Sri Lanka in the 2021 T20 World Cup
  • Vice-Captain in multiple ODI series
  • Key performer in wins over Australia and Bangladesh

Why He Matters

Charith Asalanka represents the next generation of Sri Lankan cricket—balanced, composed, and fearless. As the team rebuilds for future ICC tournaments, Asalanka’s role is only going to grow. His cricketing intelligence and maturity set him apart as a future leader.

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