Sri Lanka is a cradle of cricket talent, which has produced great bowlers who have left their mark in international cricket. In 2025, a new set of Sri Lankan bowlers comes into the picture with that same determination and skill.
1. Wanindu Hasaranga
In 2025, Wanindu Hasaranga will be the man at the forefront of Sri Lankan bowling. Known for his sharp googlies and accuracy, he has seen him grow into the most feared leg spinner in limited-overs cricket. Also, as the captain of Sri Lanka’s T20 team, he leads with a mix of skill and strategy.
2. Maheesh Theekshana
Maheesh Theekshana has become the key component of Sri Lanka’s spin attack. Also, he is a mystery spinner like Ajantha Mendis, which he lives up to with his varied and precise deliveries, which put batsmen on their toes in white ball cricket. His international and franchise league performances, which include the IPL, have improved his craft, which in turn has made him a reliable choice in power plays and middle overs.
3. Matheesha Pathirana
Nicknamed “Baby Malinga” for his go at it style, Matheesha Pathirana has quickly become the star of Sri Lanka’s fast bowling unit. His break of the leg balls and speed, which goes over 145 km/h, make him a do-or-die option in death overs. By 2025, Pathirana had secured his spot in both T20 and ODI teams, often the hero of matches for Sri Lanka with his attacking brand of bowling.
4. Dilshan Madushanka
Dilshan Madushanka is the man Sri Lanka turns to for their new ball bowling since he broke into the international team. A left-arm pacer who comes naturally with swing, Madushanka is a pest to the best of batters early in their innings. What he brings to the team is his ability to generate movement under lights and to cause bounce on subcontinental pitches, which in turn brings much-needed variety into our bowling array. In Tests, he has proven to be a consistent wicket-taker and has led the pace attack along with Pathirana.
5. Dushmantha Chameera
In 2025, as a senior pacer, Dushmantha Chameera still does the job with pace and precision. He has the experience and adaptability that make him a great asset in all conditions, which in turn benefits our overseas tours. Chameera’s performance, which includes early wickets with the new ball and also the ability to control the run rate in the middle overs, balances out Sri Lanka’s attack.
6. Prabath Jayasuriya
In Test cricket, Prabhath Jayasuriya is the leading spinner for Sri Lanka. His consistency, patience, and control have brought about his recognition as a top left-arm spinner in the world. Jayasuriya’s outstanding performances at home, particularly on turners in Galle and Kandy, have been a key element in Sri Lanka’s recent Test success.
7. Kasun Rajitha
Kasun Rajitha has seen a steady improvement, which in turn has made him a reliable name in red and white ball formats. What he does with the new ball to get that early wicket is a study of how very good he is at what he does with the seam. Also in the support role, which sees him create pressure, which in turn allows the main bowlers to go in and attack from the other end.
8. Lahiru Kumara
In 2025, Lahiru Kumara is known for his speed and aggression, which he uses to intimidate batters. Although at times his form is inconsistent, his wicket-taking ability and skill in breaking key partnerships make him a match-winner.
9. Jeffrey Vandersay
Jeff is in spin bowling for Sri Lanka’s team. He brings his wrist spin and that of the doosra, which he varies in many ways, which is very effective. Also, his experience and ability to control the game make him a great fit for the longer matches, and also as a substitute for Hasaranga in T20s.
10. Nuwan Thushara
Another talented young fast bowler in Nuwan Thushaa, who we are seeing do very well with that extreme doosra and that which he varies into slowers. Also has a likeness to Malinga’s action, which is very telling in T20, which also sees him called out for the big games. This is a great addition to the growing pool of quality pace bowlers in Sri Lanka.
Conclusion
In 2025, Sri Lanka’s bowling group comes into its own. From Hasaranga’s wonderful spin to Pathirana’s precise yorkers and Madushanka’s swing, it is that generation that is reviving the cricketing blood of the nation and getting it to run strong once again.
