Sri Lanka great Lasith Malinga retires from all forms of cricket
3 years, 4 months ago

Sri Lanka great Lasith Malinga retires from all forms of cricket

Hindustan Times  

Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. That’s why I want to thank Sri Lankan cricket board and my team members and Mumbai Indians cricket team and team member, especially team owners and officials," Malinga said. "Melbourne stars team members and officials, Kent Cricket Club members and officials, Rangpur Riders team members and officials, Guyana Warriors team members and officials, Maratha Arabians team members and officials, Montreal Tigers team members and officials." Having already retired from Test cricket in 2011 and ODIs in 2019, Malinga continued to play T20 cricket, but the fast bowler decided to bring curtains down entirely on his international career and will go down as one the best fast bowlers of all time.

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Mumbai Indians announces appointment of Lasith Malinga as bowling coach
1 year, 2 months ago

Mumbai Indians announces appointment of Lasith Malinga as bowling coach

The Hindu  

Mumbai Indians has officially appointed former Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga as its bowling coach, the Indian Premier League franchise said on Friday, promptly filling the void left by the departure of Shane Bond. RELATED | Mumbai Indians parts ways with bowling coach Shane Bond The franchise believed the three ex-cricketers will be “forging a strong partnership in the dugout.” …

Lasith Malinga replaces Shane Bond to join Mumbai Indians as bowling coach for IPL 2024
1 year, 4 months ago

Lasith Malinga replaces Shane Bond to join Mumbai Indians as bowling coach for IPL 2024

India TV News  

Mumbai Indians appointed the former cricketer Lasith Malinga as their new bowling coach for the Indian Premier League 2024 season. The legendary Sri Lankan pacer replaces Shane Bond at Mumbai Indians after a two-year stint with the former champions Rajasthan Royals. South African veteran Mark Boucher replaced Mahela Jayawardene as head coach and Kieron Pollard took a batting coach role …

Lasith Malinga appointed Sri Lanka's bowling strategy coach for upcoming white-ball series against Australia
2 years, 7 months ago

Lasith Malinga appointed Sri Lanka's bowling strategy coach for upcoming white-ball series against Australia

India TV News  

Legendary bowler Lasith Malinga has been appointed as the bowling strategy coach for Sri Lanka's upcoming white-ball home series against Australia. "Malinga, during the tour, will support Sri Lanka’s bowlers, providing tactical insight and technical expertise to help the on-field execution of strategic plans," a Sri Lanka Cricket press release said. While Sri Lanka had lost the series 4-1, the …

On this day in 2007: Lasith Malinga scalped four wickets in four balls in World Cup match against South Africa
2 years, 9 months ago

On this day in 2007: Lasith Malinga scalped four wickets in four balls in World Cup match against South Africa

Firstpost  

It was on this day in 2007 that Sri Lankan bowler Lasith Malinga reached one of the high points of his cricketing journey. It was on this day in 2007 that Sri Lankan bowler Lasith Malinga reached one of the high points of his cricketing journey by picking up four wickets in four balls. In the match played at the …

IPL 2022: Malinga on joining Rajasthan Royals, coaching fast bowlers and more
2 years, 9 months ago

IPL 2022: Malinga on joining Rajasthan Royals, coaching fast bowlers and more

The Hindu  

He played his last IPL game in 2019, but Lasith Malinga still holds the record for taking the most wickets in the tournament. “It is certainly a new thing for me to get into coaching and pass on my experience to the younger players,” said Malinga. It is a new place for me, but I’m enjoying my role so far …

Sri Lanka Cricket issues new guidelines for retiring players
3 years ago

Sri Lanka Cricket issues new guidelines for retiring players

India TV News  

Highlights As per the guidelines, playing at least 80% of domestic matches is a must to play LPL. As per the latest updates, Sri Lankan players who are intending to quit international cricket will need to give three months' notice period and wait for six-months post retirement to obtain NOC for playing in franchise-based T20 leagues. The guidelines have been …

Lasith Malinga announces retirement from all forms of cricket
3 years, 4 months ago

Lasith Malinga announces retirement from all forms of cricket

India TV News  

Veteran Sri Lanka cricketer Lasith Malinga on Tuesday announced his retirement from all forms of cricket. In 226 appearances in the ODI format, Malinga picked 338 wickets at 28.87 and an economy rate of 5.35 with three hat-tricks which includes four consecutive wickets against South Africa in Guyana in 2007. "The experience that I have gained through the past 17 …

Lasith Malinga could return to Sri Lanka side to play World T20
3 years, 8 months ago

Lasith Malinga could return to Sri Lanka side to play World T20

India TV News  

Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga could return to the national team for the T20 World Cup, said the national selection committee chairman Pramodya Wickramasinghe. He is in our plans for the forthcoming T20 tours, including the T20 World Cup coming up in October," said Wickramasinghe. With back-to-back T20 World Cups scheduled in 2021 and 2022, Sri Lanka would need …

Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah give tribute to 'match-winner' Lasith Malinga
3 years, 11 months ago

Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah give tribute to 'match-winner' Lasith Malinga

India TV News  

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma hailed Lasitha Malinga as a 'match-winner' after the veteran announced his retirement from franchise cricket on Wednesday. Malinga has featured in 122 matches in the IPL, all for Mumbai Indians, and played an instrumental role in their four title victories while taking 170 wickets which is the tournament record. “Mumbai Indians has treated me like …

Lasith Malinga retires from franchise cricket, makes himself unavailable for IPL 2021
3 years, 11 months ago

Lasith Malinga retires from franchise cricket, makes himself unavailable for IPL 2021

India TV News  

Mumbai Indians on Wednesday announced that veteran Sri Lankan bowler Lasith Malinga has decided to retire from franchise cricket, a decision that he had informed the franchise earlier this month, hence making himself unavailable for the impending 14th edition of the Indian Premier League. Akash Ambani, Owner, Mumbai Indians, said, “Lasith Malinga has been at the core of Mumbai Indians …

Lasith Malinga retires from franchise cricket
3 years, 11 months ago

Lasith Malinga retires from franchise cricket

Hindustan Times  

Lasith Malinga, the leading wicket-taker in the history of the Indian Premier League, has opted to retire from franchise cricket, his former IPL team Mumbai Indians confirmed on Wednesday. Mumbai Indians celebrate Lasith Malinga after the fast bowler bowled a fantastic over in the IPL 2019 final. At Mumbai Indians, Malinga will always be a part of the MI family …

IPL 2020: Absence of Lasith Malinga an opportunity for others to step up, says Rohit Sharma
4 years, 3 months ago

IPL 2020: Absence of Lasith Malinga an opportunity for others to step up, says Rohit Sharma

India TV News  

The absence of veteran pacer Lasith Malinga is an opportunity for others to step up, according to Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma. "What happened in the past is in the past," said Rohit after the toss on Wednesday ahead of MI's match against Kolkata Knight Riders. He is a massive player for us, hopefully he'll come out and enjoy his …

Rohit Sharma: Malinga's experience will be missed in IPL 2020
4 years, 3 months ago

Rohit Sharma: Malinga's experience will be missed in IPL 2020

The Hindu  

Lasith Malinga has been one of the key members of Mumbai Indians over the past few years. READ| Mumbai captain Rohit Sharma admits that his team will miss the incomparable Malinga — the tournament’s highest wicket-taker with 170 scalps. I have said it many times, whenever we sort of find ourselves in trouble, Malinga was the one to bail us …

Rohit Sharma names three Mumbai Indians bowlers who can replace ‘incomparable’ Lasith Malinga in IPL 2020
4 years, 3 months ago

Rohit Sharma names three Mumbai Indians bowlers who can replace ‘incomparable’ Lasith Malinga in IPL 2020

Hindustan Times  

Admitting that it’s a difficult task to fill Lasith Malinga’s boots because of his ‘unbelievable’ past performances, Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma on Thursday named three fast bowlers who he thinks can do a good job in the Sri Lankan legend’s absence in IPL 2020. Mumbai Indians captain Rohit Sharma celebrates with Lasith Malinga “I don’t think it is easy …

IPL’s most successful bowler, Lasith Malinga, to miss 2020 season; Mumbai Indians name replacement
4 years, 4 months ago

IPL’s most successful bowler, Lasith Malinga, to miss 2020 season; Mumbai Indians name replacement

Hindustan Times  

Sri Lanka veteran fast bowler Lasith Malinga on Wednesday announced that he will be unavailable for the 13th edition of Indian Premier League which kicks off from September 19th. Mumbai Indians announced Australian speedster James Pattinson as Malinga’s replacement for the upcoming season. IPL 2020 Full Coverage Mumbai Indians owner Akash Ambani welcomed Pattinson on board and extended full support …

IPL 2020: James Pattinson replaces Lasith Malinga at Mumbai Indians
4 years, 4 months ago

IPL 2020: James Pattinson replaces Lasith Malinga at Mumbai Indians

The Hindu  

Indian Premier League franchise Mumbai Indians has named Australian speedster James Pattinson as a replacement for Lasith Malinga for this year’s Twenty20 tournament in the United Arab Emirates. One of the key members of the team, Malinga will be unavailable because of ‘personal reasons’ and will be with his family back in Sri Lanka. However, we fully understand Lasith’s need …

Lasith Malinga pulls out of IPL 2020, Mumbai Indians sign James Pattinson as replacement
4 years, 4 months ago

Lasith Malinga pulls out of IPL 2020, Mumbai Indians sign James Pattinson as replacement

India Today  

Sri Lanka pacer Lasith Malinga has pulled out of Indian Premier League 2020 due to 'personal reasons', Mumbai Indians confirmed on Wednesday. "Lasith Malinga has requested unavailability for the season for personal reasons and to be with family back home in Sri Lanka," Mumbai Indians said in a statement. Mumbai Indians owner Aakash Ambani said the franchise completely respects Lasith …

Mumbai Indians pacer Malinga likely to miss first few IPL matches - Cricket news
4 years, 4 months ago

Mumbai Indians pacer Malinga likely to miss first few IPL matches - Cricket news

The Hindu  

Veteran Sri Lankan pacer Lasith Malinga is likely to be unavailable for the first few games of Mumbai Indians in the upcoming Indian Premier League due to personal reasons. Dogged by frequent knee injuries in recent times, the cricketer with a unique slinging action did not attend the residential conditioning camps that Sri Lanka Cricket organised in June and July. …

Lasith Malinga set to miss first few matches of IPL 2020 for Mumbai Indians
4 years, 4 months ago

Lasith Malinga set to miss first few matches of IPL 2020 for Mumbai Indians

India TV News  

Veteran Sri Lankan fast bowler Lasith Malinga might miss the first few matches of the impending IPL 2020 for the defending champions Mumbai Indians owing to personal reasons. Malinga had successfully defended eight runs in the final over for Mumbai Indians during the summit clash against Chennai Super Kings last year, despite having conceded 42 runs in his first three …

Lasith Malinga ready to quit T20 captaincy after series loss to India
5 years ago

Lasith Malinga ready to quit T20 captaincy after series loss to India

The Hindu  

Lasith Malinga said on Sunday he was ready to stand down as Sri Lanka’s Twenty20 skipper after the team’s humiliating 2-0 loss to India in its latest foreign tour. He said Sri Lankan bowlers weren’t able to restrict opponents while the batsmen were incapable of putting up the 170 runs needed for a fighting chance in a match. “We don’t …

Ready to accept reponsibility for team's performance: Lasith Malinga ready to quit after T20 debacle in India
5 years ago

Ready to accept reponsibility for team's performance: Lasith Malinga ready to quit after T20 debacle in India

India TV News  

Veteran pacer Lasith Malinga on Sunday said that he is ready to take on responsibility for team's poor show in the recently-concluded T20I series against India this month and subsequently step down from his position. Sri Lanka lost the series 2-0 in India and the skipper felt that the visitors were not just good enough to trouble the formidable Men …

IND vs SL: Malinga Won't Mind Retiring Anytime If SL Makes World T20 Knockouts
5 years ago

IND vs SL: Malinga Won't Mind Retiring Anytime If SL Makes World T20 Knockouts

ABP News  

Sri Lanka captain Lasith Malinga won’t mind bidding adieu to the shortest format in international cricket if his team qualifies for the knockout stage at the ICC T20 World Cup, slated to be held in Australia later this year. Talking about the series, Malinga said they would target Indian pacer and his Mumbai Indians colleague Jaspirt Bumrah since he is …

India vs Sri Lanka: From Angelo Mathews to Isuru Udana, five visiting players to watch out for in upcoming T20I series
5 years ago

India vs Sri Lanka: From Angelo Mathews to Isuru Udana, five visiting players to watch out for in upcoming T20I series

Firstpost  

Sri Lanka, who are ranked seventh in ICC T20I rankings, take on India in a three-match T20I series, starting 5th January in Guwahati. India will lock horns with Sri Lanka in a three-match T20I series, starting 5th January in Guwahati. Here, we take a look at five Sri Lankan players who could make an impact during the upcoming T20I series. …

Can play T20 for 2 more years: Lasith Malinga does U-turn on retirement
5 years, 1 month ago

Can play T20 for 2 more years: Lasith Malinga does U-turn on retirement

India TV News  

Sri Lanka captain and veteran pacer Lasith Malinga has had a rethink on his decision to retire after next year's Twenty20 World Cup, saying he can carry on for another two years. As a captain, because I've played so many T20s around the world that I feel I can manage that period for maybe another two years," Malinga told 'ESPNCricinfo'. …

Lasith Malinga to lead Sri Lanka T20 squad for 3-match series vs Australia
5 years, 2 months ago

Lasith Malinga to lead Sri Lanka T20 squad for 3-match series vs Australia

India Today  

Lasith Malinga will return to lead Sri Lanka in a three-match Twenty20 cricket series against Australia but many players from the young team that performed well on the tour of Pakistan have retained their places. Sri Lanka lost the ODI series but stunned Pakistan with a 3-0 series sweep in the T20s without pacer Malinga, who has already retired from …

Sri Lanka to dedicate third Bangladesh ODI to Kulasekara
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka to dedicate third Bangladesh ODI to Kulasekara

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka will dedicate Wednesday's third one-day international against Bangladesh to fast bowler Nuwan Kulasekara who recently announced his retirement from international cricket. Kulasekara made his Sri Lanka debut with an ODI against England in 2003 and played a key part in Sri Lanka's T20 Men's World Cup victory in 2014. He was a vital member of the Sri Lanka …

From one slinger to another: Bumrah says will continue to admire Malinga
5 years, 5 months ago

From one slinger to another: Bumrah says will continue to admire Malinga

The Hindu  

Similar to Lasith Malinga in more ways than one, Jasprit Bumrah says he will “continue to admire” the Sri Lankan pace ace, who ended his career in a blaze of glory. I have been playing for the last 15 years for Sri Lanka and this is the right time to move on,” Malinga, who finished his ODI career with 338 …

'The legend of Slinga Malinga will live long' tributes pour in for Lasith Malinga as Sri Lankan great bids adieu to ODI cricket
5 years, 5 months ago

'The legend of Slinga Malinga will live long' tributes pour in for Lasith Malinga as Sri Lankan great bids adieu to ODI cricket

Firstpost  

Tributes poured in from around the cricketing world, as Lasith Malinga called time on a fantastic ODI career Fast bowler Lasith Malinga scripted a dream ending to his one-day international career with a three-wicket spell that helped Sri Lanka to a 91-run win against Bangladesh in the opener of the three-match one-day international series on Friday. The legend of ‘Slinga …

Highlights, Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI in Colombo, Full cricket score: Lasith Malinga signs off with impressive spell as SL clinch victory
5 years, 5 months ago

Highlights, Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh, 1st ODI in Colombo, Full cricket score: Lasith Malinga signs off with impressive spell as SL clinch victory

Firstpost  

Follow live updates of the 1st ODI between Sri Lanka and Bangladesh in Colombo. Toggle between the tabs above to switch between quick scorecard, full scorecard and ball-by-ball updates Preview: The most fitting farewell for retiring paceman Lasith Malinga will be to win the series-opening limited-overs international against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne said Thursday. Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal …

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Tamim Iqbal says visitors won't be distracted by Lasith Malinga's retirement, will continue to play hard cricket
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Tamim Iqbal says visitors won't be distracted by Lasith Malinga's retirement, will continue to play hard cricket

Firstpost  

Malinga will play his final one-day international in Colombo Friday in the first of three one-day internationals against Bangladesh, although he hopes to continue playing in the shorter T20 format. Colombo: Stand-in Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal on Thursday paid tribute to retiring Sri Lankan star Lasith Malinga but said the fast bowler’s farewell match would not distract his team from …

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Dimuth Karunaratne targets winning farewell for Lasith Malinga
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Dimuth Karunaratne targets winning farewell for Lasith Malinga

The Hindu  

The most fitting farewell for retiring paceman Lasith Malinga will be to win the series-opening limited-overs international against Bangladesh, Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne said on Thursday. ‘Great ambassador’ Bangladesh captain Tamim Iqbal said even though Malinga’s achievements and legacy are phenomenal, his line-up will play hard to prevent a Sri Lanka victory in the fast bowler’s last ODI. “Even …

Lasith Malinga: ‘I’m very happy to leave at this time’
5 years, 5 months ago

Lasith Malinga: ‘I’m very happy to leave at this time’

The Hindu  

Veteran Sri Lankan star Lasith Malinga said Thursday he was “very happy” to make way for younger players as he calls time on his illustrious 15-year career in the 50-over format. “We may have had some setbacks, but we have the capability to win another World Cup,” he added, pointing to Sri Lanka’s success at the 1996 World Cup and …

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Lasith Malinga 'very happy' to leave, feels his absence will give opportunity to new players
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Lasith Malinga 'very happy' to leave, feels his absence will give opportunity to new players

Firstpost  

Malinga will play his final one-day international in Colombo Friday in the first of three ODIs against Bangladesh, but hopes to continue playing in the shorter T20 format. Colombo: Veteran Sri Lankan star Lasith Malinga said Thursday he was “very happy” to make way for younger players as he calls time on his illustrious 15-year career in the 50-over format. …

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Sri Lanka to bid farewell to Lasith Malinga
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Sri Lanka to bid farewell to Lasith Malinga

The Hindu  

Sri Lanka will start looking to replace key wicket-taker Lasith Malinga when the shaggy-haired fast bowler calls it quits after the first one-day international against Bangladesh on Friday. Both teams go into the three-game series nursing a World Cup hangover, with Sri Lanka facing an especially tough rebuilding task with the loss of the instantly recognisable Malinga. The blond-highlighted bowler …

Lasith Malinga to play T20s after quitting ODIs
5 years, 5 months ago

Lasith Malinga to play T20s after quitting ODIs

The Hindu  

Veteran Sri Lankan pace bowler Lasith Malinga Tuesday confirmed he will retire from one-day international cricket after the first match against Bangladesh but hopes to play T20 cricket. READ: Lasith Malinga to quit ODIs after first Bangladesh match “Friday will be the last day you will see me playing a ODI match,” Malinga said. “If you can, please come for …

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Lasith Malinga hopes to play in next T20 World Cup, says doesn't mind losing spot to better players
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Lasith Malinga hopes to play in next T20 World Cup, says doesn't mind losing spot to better players

Firstpost  

Malinga invited fans to his farewell ODI at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Friday and said the cricket board agreed to his request to retire from the 50-over format of the game. Colombo: Veteran Sri Lankan pace bowler Lasith Malinga Tuesday confirmed he will retire from one-day international cricket after the first match against Bangladesh but hopes to …

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Dimuth Karunaratne says finding wicket-taking bowlers after Lasith Malinga's retirement a priority
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka vs Bangladesh: Dimuth Karunaratne says finding wicket-taking bowlers after Lasith Malinga's retirement a priority

Firstpost  

Both teams go into the three-game series nursing a World Cup hangover, with Sri Lanka facing an especially tough rebuilding task with the loss of the instantly recognisable Malinga. Colombo: Sri Lanka will start looking to replace key wicket-taker Lasith Malinga when the shaggy-haired fast bowler calls it quits after the first one-day international against Bangladesh on Friday. The blond-highlighted …

Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga to retire from ODI's after Bangladesh game
5 years, 5 months ago

Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga to retire from ODI's after Bangladesh game

Daily Mail  

Lasith Malinga will retire from ODI after Friday game against Bangladesh Sri Lanka fast bowling ace Lasith Malinga will retire from 50-over internationals after Friday's first match against Bangladesh in Colombo, the 35-year-old has said. Malinga played his last test in 2010 but continued playing the shorter formats and has taken 335 wickets from 225 one-day internationals for Sri Lanka, …

Lasith Malinga to quit ODIs after first Bangladesh match
5 years, 5 months ago

Lasith Malinga to quit ODIs after first Bangladesh match

The Hindu  

Veteran Sri Lankan pace bowler Lasith Malinga will retire from one-day international after the first match of a three-match series against Bangladesh, skipper Dimuth Karunaratne said on Monday. Malinga was named to the 22-man Sri Lanka squad for the series with matches scheduled for July 26, 28 and 31 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. But speaking at the …

Lasith Malinga a legend: Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne in awe of England slayer
5 years, 6 months ago

Lasith Malinga a legend: Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne in awe of England slayer

India Today  

Sri Lanka captain Dimuth Karunaratne cut a delighted figure as he interacted with the press after their upset win over hosts England at Headingley in Leeds on Friday. Malinga, as Karunaratne acknowledges, did exactly that as he led the Sri Lankan bowling charge from the front, picking up four wickets in a match-winning spell on a sluggish wicket at Headingley. …

ICC World Cup 2019: Old warhorse Malinga keeps Sri Lanka dreaming
5 years, 7 months ago

ICC World Cup 2019: Old warhorse Malinga keeps Sri Lanka dreaming

The Hindu  

Lasith Malinga will be one of the World Cup's oldest players but the Sri Lanka paceman shows no signs of slowing down as he bids to prove his critics wrong. Sri Lanka's selectors, led by former fast bowler Ashantha de Mel, said Malinga was unable to unite the team, while he was also accused of falling out with other senior …

Lasith Malinga, Sri Lanka bowler, World Cup 2019 Player Full Profile: Malinga's guile will be Sri Lanka's most lethal weapon in England
5 years, 8 months ago

Lasith Malinga, Sri Lanka bowler, World Cup 2019 Player Full Profile: Malinga's guile will be Sri Lanka's most lethal weapon in England

Firstpost  

Malinga has taken three hat-tricks in ODIs and two of them came in World Cups. Sri Lanka seem to have little chance of making it to the semi-finals of the World Cup, but their opponents are aware that with Malinga still in the side, they cannot take the former champions lightly. Malinga is the highest wicket-taker in the world among …

Lasith Malinga sacked as captain, Dimuth Karunaratne to lead Sri Lanka in 2019 World Cup
5 years, 8 months ago

Lasith Malinga sacked as captain, Dimuth Karunaratne to lead Sri Lanka in 2019 World Cup

India TV News  

Veteran pacer Lasith Malinga was sacked as ODI skipper with Sri Lanka Cricket Wednesday naming Test captain Dimuth Karunaratne to lead the country at the 50 over World cup in England beginning May 30. "Karunaratne's appointment was ratified by the Minister of Telecommunications, Foreign Employment and Sports Honorable Harin Fernando," Sri Lanka Cricket said in a release. Malinga, who led …

IPL 2019: Lasith Malinga likely to be available for Mumbai Indians' next two games, suggests report
5 years, 9 months ago

IPL 2019: Lasith Malinga likely to be available for Mumbai Indians' next two games, suggests report

Firstpost  

However, there is still no clarity on whether Malinga will be in India for the entirety of the IPL or will fly home to participate in the competition midway and then return back to re-join his franchise Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga is likely to be available for the next two games for his franchise Mumbai Indians in the …

IPL 2019: Mumbai Indians pacer Lasith Malinga to miss first six matches, could skip entire event for World Cup, claims report
5 years, 9 months ago

IPL 2019: Mumbai Indians pacer Lasith Malinga to miss first six matches, could skip entire event for World Cup, claims report

Firstpost  

Lasith Malinga has opted to skip the first six games of Mumbai Indians in IPL 2019 to play in domestic ODI tournament in Sri Lanka. Three-time Indian Premier League winners Mumbai Indians received a major setback on Friday ahead of the the upcoming season as Lasith Malinga made himself unavailable for at least first six matches of 2019 edition. According …

Sri Lanka name Lasith Malinga as limited-overs captain for New Zealand tour
6 years, 1 month ago

Sri Lanka name Lasith Malinga as limited-overs captain for New Zealand tour

India TV News  

Sri Lanka Cricket have surprisingly named Lasith Malinga as the new limited-overs captain and Niroshan Dickwella as his deputy for the upcoming ODIs and one-off T20I against New Zealand. After England whitewashed Sri Lanka at home in the Tests and ODIs, the board have overhauled the limited-overs side, especially with the ODI team. SLC included Danushka Gunathilaka in the top …

Asia Cup 2018: Malinga one of the best death bowlers in the world, says Sri Lanka coach
6 years, 4 months ago

Asia Cup 2018: Malinga one of the best death bowlers in the world, says Sri Lanka coach

Hindustan Times  

Sri Lanka head coach Chandika Hathurusingha has said that fast bowler Lasith Malinga, who made his way back to the national ODI side after almost a year, fits perfectly well into the team’s equation ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup. Sri Lankan cricketer Lasith Malinga takes part in a training session at the Dubai Sports city. The coach further claimed …

Lasith Malinga fits into Asia Cup equation, says head coach
6 years, 4 months ago

Lasith Malinga fits into Asia Cup equation, says head coach

India TV News  

Sri Lanka head coach Chandika Hathurusingha has said that fast bowler Lasith Malinga, who made his way back to the national ODI side after almost a year, fits perfectly well into the team's equation ahead of the upcoming Asia Cup. The coach further claimed that Malinga is one of the best death bowlers in the world and is currently in …

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