Nuwan Kulasekara

Awards & Honours

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Kulasekara's career is defined by his role in Sri Lanka's limited-overs successes. He was a key member of the 2014 World T20 winning team, and played in two World Cup finals. His 199 ODI wickets place him among the top wicket-takers for Sri Lanka, and his mastery of swing bowling made him a respected figure in world cricket. His longevity and consistency were remarkable, and he is remembered as a true team man.

AwardsKulasekara's individual awards in cricket include the best bowler award in the 2002-03 domestic season and a Man-of-the-Match award in February 2012 for his 3 for 40 against India. He also reportedly received a Man-of-the-Series award, though the specific tournament is not documented.

Records & Feats

Most ODI wickets for Sri Lanka in World Cup finals

Career Milestone·2011

Kulasekara took wickets in both the 2007 and 2011 World Cup finals, a rare feat.