Thread starter Jayzamann; Start date Apr 22, 2011; Prev. Penbugs November 21, 2019 November 21, 2019. by Penbugs November 21, 2019 November 21, 2019 0. Malinga is considered to be one of the greatest limited-overs bowlers of all time. Malinga announced his retirement decision on Monday through a facebook video. Australian pacer James Pattinson has replaced veteran fast bowler Lasith Malinga in the MI squad for IPL 2020. Lasith Malinga is a Sri Lankan cricketer, ... On July 26, 2019, he retired from ODI cricket, he played his last ODI against Bangladesh. He will be last seen in the 50-over format of the came during the first game of the three-match ODI series against Bangladesh. Since his 2004 debut against the United Arab Emirates, Malinga has played 225 ODIs and his unusual slingy action and an ability to bowl yorkers have made him a formidable bowler in limited-overs cricket. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. Sri Lanka is scheduled to play three-match ODI series against Bangladesh beginning from July 26. The legendary fast bowler Lasith Malinga is all set to bid adieu to One Day International cricket. Malinga posted a video message on his wife's official facebook page, calling out to his fans to come watch him play for the last time in the 50-over format on Friday, when Sri Lanka play Bangladesh in the first ODI in Colombo. Malinga retired from Test cricket in 2011 but continued to remain available in other formats since then. Malinga has so far taken 335 wickets in 219 ODI innings. Earlier in March, he had stated that he wanted to retire after the Twenty20 World Cup scheduled in October-November in Australia next year. Published: 22 Jul 2019, 10:17 PM IST Empower independent journalism. Also, get complete details. To know about him, read below. Sri Lanka, preparing for a T20 series against India, could be without Lasith Malinga if they reach the World Cup Super 12 stage. Malinga grew up in modest circumstances in Rathgama, a coastal village situated 12 km northwest of Galle.He often played cricket with friends on the sand banks and coconut groves by a river in his cricket-obsessed village. Malinga is the fourth Sri Lankan to take 300 ODI wickets, after Muttiah Muralitharan, Chaminda Vaas and Sanath Jayasuriya. I hope I will have an opportunity to play in that tournament, but if there are better players than me, I don't mind being left out," Malinga told reporters on Tuesday on the sidelines of a practice session leading up to the three-match series. Malinga is also the only bowler to have taken 2 World Cup hat-tricks (2007 vs South Africa, 2011 vs Kenya). Malinga was on Wednesday appointed as bowling mentor of Mumbai Indians. Paceman Malinga has already retired from Test and one-day cricket at international level, yet he intends to lead the team at this year's World Cup, the tournament they won in 2014. Malinga celebrating a wicket against South Africa in the recently concluded World Cup © Getty, © 2020 Cricbuzz.com, Times Internet Limited. Lasith Malinga’s action was probably the main reason why he retired from Test cricket. Malinga’s reason for quitting Test cricket, however, hasn’t surprised those who have witnessed him bloom into one of the finest if not freakish bowlers the game has ever seen. Malinga retired from Test cricket in 2011 but continued to remain available in other formats since then. If SLC decide to move on from the veteran instead, he'll still bow out second on the list of wicket-takers in the format and with a World T20 winners' medal (2014) in tow. Sri Lanka’s first ODI against Bangladesh in Colombo will be Malinga’s last match. Go. Malinga retires from tests. Malinga Pulls Out of IPL 2020, Mumbai Bring in James Pattinson. With just two more wickets, he will go past Shahid Afridi to top the list of wicket-takers in the format, having played a lot fewer games than the now-retired Pakistan all-rounder. Sri Lankan captain Dimuth Karunaratne announced the news at the team’s press conference yesterday. Decreasing fitness. RRB NTPC Exam 2020 : Check Application status here from 21st to 30th Sep, 2020. Lasith Malinga also holds the record of taking two World Cup hat-tricks, first against South Africa in the 2007 Cricket World Cup and second against Kenya in the 2011 Cricket World Cup.He is also the only bowler to have taken three hat-tricks in ODIs and the only player in the history of cricket to have taken four wickets in four consecutive balls.Overall, Malinga has taken 4 international hat-tricks, most by a Sri Lankan player and joint highest along with Pakistan’s Wasim Akram.Lasith Malinga along with Angelo Mathews also holds the highest run partnership for the 9th wicket in an ODI with 132 runs against Australia in 2010. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our. Malinga was the highest wicket taker for his team in the recently concluded World Cup and he won his team a match against eventual winners England with a match-winning spell of 4/43. Replacement: Daniel Sams. Take Weekly Tests on app for exam prep and compete with others. The […] Malinga was named in the Sri Lanka squad for the series with matches scheduled for July 26, 28 and 31 at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo. Since his 2004 debut against the United Arab Emirates, Malinga has played 225 ODIs and his unusual slingy action and an ability to bowl yorkers have made him a formidable bowler in limited-overs cricket. Lasith Malinga is unarguably one of Sri Lanka’s best pacers Getty Images. However, he hasn't retired from T20Is and will be available for selection in the shortest format. The Sri Lankan cricket board has accepted Malinga’s request to retire from the 50-over format. "I hope I will have an opportunity to play in that tournament, but if there are better players than me, I don't mind being left out,” Malinga said. Though Malinga was picked for the entire duration of the Bangladesh tour, the speedster announced his retirement before the start of the series saying he would retire after the first ODI against Bangladesh.. Latest Current Affairs for Banking, SSC, UPSC etc. He is the fifth-fastest to reach the landmark in 203 matches.He is also the fastest to reach 50 ODI wickets in World Cups in 26 innings. Now whatever is required for SL cricket. 10 batsman in ODI history. 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Lasith Malinga retired from ODI cricket after playing 226 ODIs, taking 338 wickets at an average of 28.9. Malinga said that he hoped to represent Sri Lanka in the T20 World Cup in Australia in 2020. Jobs for Clerk, Asst Managers, Engineers, Banking. Lasith Malinga takes historic hat … Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga retired from ODI cricket after the Islanders pulled off an emphatic victory over Bangladesh in the 1st ODI in Colombo on Friday. Tag : malinga retirement. But speaking at the team's press conference in the Sri Lankan capital, Karunaratne confirmed the 35-year-old fast bowler and former captain would only appear in … Lasith Malinga ODI retirement: Lasith Malinga will retire from ODI cricket after Sri Lanka’s first One-day International against Bangladesh on Friday. "I'm playing 12 years in international cricket. Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga retired from the ODI format with 338 wickets in 226 matches Jasprit Bumrah paid rich tribute to his mentor and Mumbai Indians' (MI) teammate on Twitter On Friday (July 26), Sri Lanka's Lasith Malinga retired from the ODI format following his side's 91-run win over Bangladesh in the series opener of the three-match series at R Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. The Sri Lankan great has pulled out of the tournament due to personal reasons. Malinga said, “Friday will be the last day you will see me playing an ODI match. tags Sri Lanka fast bowler Lasith Malinga, 27, is retiring from Tests in a bid to prolong his one-day international career through to the 2015 World Cup. "I've already retired from Tests and ODIs. He aspires to be a part of next year's T20 World Cup scheduled to be held in October and November in Australia. Lasith Malinga revealed that he had informed Sri Lankan Cricket of his decision to retire from ODI’s a few days earlier. Jason Roy. Cricket Men Cricket Want to play for 2 more years: Lasith Malinga. He was Sri Lanka's highest wicket-taker at the 2019 World Cup, claiming 13 scalps in seven innings. Malinga announced his retirement decision on Monday through a facebook video. 10 position and he is also the only Sri Lankan player to score a fifty at the position. In his video message, Malinga expressed that he harboured no ill-feeling towards the officials or players who may have tried to push him out of the team. In his final ODI, Malinga, as he so often did in his illustrious ODI career, helped his … I think if I get an injury now then it's very hard to take rest. He had already retired from Test in 2011. "I hope to be able to take Sri Lanka to the next T20 World Cup. So, curtains are set to close on a champion’s career. Early years. He is well known for his distinctive round-arm action, often referred to as sling action. Lasith Malinga retirement: MessageLasith Malinga made his retirement announcement through a video on facebook. Personally it's a great pain .World cricket lost a great warrior .Modern cricket has become batsmen friendly in all the aspect . Malinga retired from Test cricket in 2011 but continued to remain available in other formats since then. Get Latest Cricket Updates, Live scores and Top news on HT Cricket. Malinga’s farewell ODI will be played at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on July 26, 2019. However, the 35-year-old pacer would be still playing in 20-over T20I format of cricket. His inability to bowl long spells because of his unorthodox action. Malinga had announced his retirement from Test cricket way back in 2011. Sri Lanka captain and veteran pacer Lasith Malinga may have had retired from the 50-over format but he feels that he can continue in the shortest format for two more years. IAS / Civil Services (PCS): FREE study material. Lasith Malinga confirmed the news of his impending retirement from One-Day Internationals, and spoke of his desire to carry on in the shortest format. His father Separamadu Milton, is a retired bus mechanic who worked out of the Galle depot. Malinga is just three short of becoming the first cricketer to pick 100 wickets in the format ... having played a lot fewer games than the now-retired Pakistan all-rounder. All rights reserved |, We use cookies to improve your experience on our site and to show you non-personalized ads. ST MORITZ: Sri Lanka speedster Lasith Malinga has hinted at possible retirement, saying that he is mentally done with international cricket now that his eventful IPL career is over. Here are some lesser-known facts regarding Malinga. Jul 28, 2019 - Lasith Malinga Retires From Cricket Malinga The Yorker King One more legend is retired from cricket Lasith Malinga ODI retirement: Lasith Malinga will retire from ODI cricket after Sri Lanka’s first One-day International against Bangladesh on Friday. The Sri Lankan veteran bowler Lasith Malinga who has retired from the Tests and the ODIs is still dominating the T20 format. If you can, please come for the match." However, the 35-year-old pacer would be still playing in 20-over T20I format of cricket. Malinga is also the only bowler to have taken 2 World Cup hat-tricks (2007 vs South Africa, 2011 vs Kenya). The veteran pacer said that though he was sidelined by the selectors two years ago, he was able to prove his worth to the Sri Lankan national team in the recently concluded Cricket World Cup.Malinga had announced his retirement from Test cricket way back in 2011. 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