This young prodigy is not only consolidating his status as a “batting wizard,” but he’s also rewriting the record books. His unbeaten knock of 182 in just 13 Test innings is a historic feat, placing him alongside the legendary Sir Don Bradman as the joint-third fastest player to reach 1,000 Test runs!This monumental knock was his second century in a row.
helping Sri Lanka set a dominant first-innings total of 602/5 declared against New Zealand. This is his 5th century in just 8 Test matches! He’s the 3rd fastest player ever to reach 1,000 Test runs (in 13 innings)! His incredible average of 91.27 in Test cricket has made cricket fans worldwide going bonkers.
With a staggering 17 centuries in 78 first-class innings and an average of 63.30, his talent transcends Test cricket.
Mendis’ exceptional performance, combined with seasoned players like Dimuth Karunaratne and Angelo Mathews, has ignited hope for a Sri Lankan resurgence in Test cricket.
Comparisons are already being drawn to the golden era of Kumar Sangakkara and Mahela Jayawardene! While primarily known for his batting prowess, Mendis possesses an intriguing added dimension – his ambidextrous bowling skills.
He can bowl both off-breaks and slow left-arm spin, showcasing his versatility as a cricketer. Given his exceptional talent and potential, Mendis is poised to dominate the cricketing world for years to come.
He has the potential to become one of the leading batsmen in the world, and Sri Lankan fans eagerly await his next impactful innings.
