Lasith Malinga, the Sri Lankan cricket legend, is celebrated for his innovative fast bowling style, characterized by deadly yorkers and his signature round-arm "sling action." His prowess in delivering match-winning overs has etched his name in World Cup history.
Debuting in 2004, Malinga swiftly ascended as a cornerstone for Sri Lanka in ODIs and T20s, eternally memorialized for his four consecutive wickets at the 2007 Cricket World Cup. His flair in international cricket was further showcased in the global T20 arena, notably with Mumbai Indians in the IPL.
Despite injuries, Malinga maintained a formidable presence, contributing vastly to Sri Lanka’s cricket triumphs, culminating in a spectacular tenure till his retirement from international cricket. His legacy is synonymous with the evolution of bowling in the modern cricket era.
Sri Lanka had a near-perfect campaign at the T20 World Cup in 2014 which was played in Bangladesh. Lasith Malinga led the island nation to their first-ever T20 World Cup title and their second major trophy after the ICC Cricket World Cup in 1996.