In a stunning display of skill, Sri Lankan batsman Pathum Nissanka left his mark on the Asia Cup 2025. He showcased an exceptional performance against India, achieving three significant milestones. Nissanka’s outstanding innings included a century, which made him the first to reach this feat in the 2025 Asia Cup. He joined the ranks of only four Sri Lankan players to have scored centuries in all formats. Adding to his glory, Nissanka was named Player of the Match despite his team’s defeat. His journey is inspiring; Nissanka’s father was a ground boy, and his mother sold flowers to make ends meet. Nissanka’s remarkable performance, which included a strike rate of 184.48 with 107 runs off 58 balls, highlighted his dominance. The innings featured 6 sixes and 7 fours. Nissanka surpassed Virat Kohli’s record for the most runs in the T20 Asia Cup, with a total of 434 runs in 12 matches.
