Short Bio
Matheesha Pathirana is a Sri Lankan cricketer born on December 18, 2002. M.Pathirana is also referred to as Baby Malinga or Mini Malinga,” as he bowls like him. Matheesha Pathirana was part of Sri Lanka’s squad for the 2020 Under-19 Cricket World Cup. He played for the Chennai Super Kings in the Indian Premier League. Matheesha Pathirana is a right-handed batter and a right-arm fast bowler.
Wiki/Overview
Full Name: | Matheesha Pathirana |
Nick Name: | Baby Malinga, Mini Malinga |
Profession: | Cricketer |
Known For: | Cricket |
Date of Birth: | 18th December 2002 |
Age (as in 2023): | 20 years old |
Place of Birth: | Kandy, Sri Lanka |
Father: | Anura Pathirana |
Mother: | N/A |
Spouse: | Unmarried |
Education: | Graduate |
Alma Mater: | Trinity College, Kandy |
Organization: | N/A |
Residence: | N/A |
Hometown: | N/A |
Nationality: | Sri Lankan |
Religion: | Buddhism |
Height: | 6 feet |
Weight: | 40 kg |
Zodiac Sign: | Sagittarius |
Early Life
Matheesha Pathirana, also known as M. Pathirana, was born and brought up somewhere in Sri Lanka, in the place known as Kandy. M. Pathirana was born on December 18, 2002.
Matheesha Pathirana has been a cricket fan since childhood. He used to wait for his father to return home so that he could play with him. Many say Matheesha Pathirana copies Lasith Malinga, but this is not true, as his father says, ‘Matheesha has always bowled like this since childhood; he has honed his skills a lot.’
Education
Matheesha Pathirana did his primary schooling at Ranabima Royal College, Kandy, Sri Lanka. Later on, Matheesha Pathirana wanted admission to St.Anthony’s College in Katugastota. He gave it several tries, but nothing worked. At that time, Trinity College Kandy invited him to join their school. And that’s how he ended up at Trinity.
Career
Matheesha Pathirana began his professional life as a bowler. He began his 2021 SLC Invitational team career after being chosen for the squad. Matheesha Pathirana bowls exceptionally well. In its T20 format, he performed admirably. Matheesha Pathirana was acquired by Chennai Super Kings in IPL 2022, and Matheesha continues to play for them this season.
Family & Affairs
Matheesha Pathirana, born and brought up in Sri Lanka, is also known as M. Pathirana, Mini Malinga, or Baby Malinga. Matheesha Pathirana’s family consists of his father, named Anura Pathirana, his mother, and his other two sisters, one of whom is married.
Matheesha Pathirana comes from a musical background, and every member of his family is qualified to play at least one instrument. Matheesha Pathirana can play the piano.
Matheesha’s family always supported him to do better in cricket. M. Pathirana shares a close and lovely bond with his family; he often shares photos with his sisters and parents on social media.
Appearance
Matheesha Pathirana is a young and enthusiastic cricket player who stands at 6 feet 2 inches and weighs about 40 kg. Matheesha Patheerana is from Sri Lanka, as seen by his talkative ability. M. Pathirana nevertheless has an Indian appearance. Matheesha Pathirana exercises and engages in other activities to keep himself healthy. He exercises regularly and religiously.
Money Factor
Net Worth: | N/A |
Salary / Income: | N/A |
Achievement
In cricket, Matheesha Pathirana has accomplished a lot and is regarded as a death-over expert. Pathirana received a message from M.s inviting him to join CSK after one of his bowling videos went viral. In addition to this, M.Pathirana has left his mark on the history of cricket through his bowling technique.
Trivia & Facts.
•Matheesha Pathirana grew up in a middle-class family.
•Matheesha is well-trained in playing piano and singing.
•Matheesha wanted admission in St. Anthony’s college Katugastota and he tried hard for that but all his hard work went in vain.
•Matheesh Pathirana is an avid cat lover. He has a cat as a pet and he often posts pictures with her on social media.
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