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Pathum Nissanka, a right-handed opening batsman for Isipathana College, NCC, and Sri Lanka's 'A' squad, has the greatest first-class average of any player presently active. Pathum Nissanka has an astounding 67.54 batting average and has scored 3445 runs in 33 games.
Hanuma Wihari of India is the second highest-scoring batsman, with 7046 runs in 88 games and a 58.03 average. Australia's Steven Smith finished third, with 11709 runs in 132 games for an average of 57.95.
Right-hander Mossadeck Hussain of Bangladesh, who has 3097 runs in 39 games with an average of 57.35, is in fourth place, followed closely by left-hander Fawad Alan of Pakistan, who has 12724 runs in 174 games with an average of 56.42. India's vice captain for one-day cricket, Mr. Rohith Sharma, is ranked sixth with 7114 runs in 92 games at an average of 56.04.
The eighth-placed player on the list is Indian captain Virat Kohli, who has 9567 runs in 119 games at an average of 53.91. Ollie Pope, a 22-year-old right-handed middle-order bat from England, is seventh on the list with 2972 runs in 43 games at a rate of 55.03.
Pathum Nissanka is from a low-income household. His mother sold flowers outside the Kalutara shrine, while his father worked as a ground boy at a factory.
He began playing cricket at the national school Kalutara Vidyalaya. In addition, in the School Cricket Championship game, he completed an unbeaten double century innings, hitting 205 runs in 190 balls.
In domestic cricket, Pathum Nissanka made his debut in 2016, and in 2021, he was selected for the international team. In March 2021, Pathum Nissanka started playing cricket internationally.
He played his first Test match that day against the West Indies team. Since then, he has made seven appearances in Test matches and has totaled 494 runs, including one century and five half-centuries.
In his 15 One-Day International (ODI) cricket games, Pathum Nissanka ODI scored 439 runs, including a century and three half-centuries. He played his first ODI on March 10, 2021, against the West Indies team.
Then, on 04 March 2021, he made his T20I debut against the West Indies squad, and he has had the opportunity to play 23 T20I cricket matches in which he scored 628 runs.
No information about any of his relatives has yet been made available on the internet or any other social media platforms. His father's name is Sunil Silva. He plays the batter position for his team and bats right. He is renowned for his ability to hit in the top rank.
Pathum Nissanka match has a huge fan base among cricket enthusiasts thanks to his talents. His estimated net worth is $1.5 million. He earned this money from investments, endorsements, and cricket. Nissanka earns about INR 1.9 crores ($250,000) or about $250,000 annually.
He makes about $25,000 a month. While playing for Colombo Stars in the Lankan Premier League, Nissanka was paid $40,000 per year.
Pathum Nissanka was chosen to play for the SLC Greens in the 2021 SLC Invitational T20 League match. In November 2021, Nissanka was selected to play for the Colombo Stars in the 2021 Lanka Premier League player draft.
FAQs
Pathum Nissanka has played for which domestic teams?
The Pathum Nissanka match has played for the Sinhalese Sports Club (SSC) and the Colombo Cricket Club (CCC) in Sri Lanka.
Who is Pathum Nissanka as a player?
Pathum Nissanka, a right-handed batsman, is recognized for his deft technique and beautiful strokeplay. He typically starts at the top of the lineup.
Has Pathum Nissanka played the game in any other capacities?
Yes, Pathum Nissanka has played for Sri Lanka in ODI and T20 matches in addition to Test matches.
