Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | Sri Lankan |
| Date of Birth | 04/02/2001 |
| Age | 25 years |
| Birthplace | Ratnapura, Sri Lanka |
Latest News about Eshan Malinga
30/01/2026
Eshan Malinga made his T20I debut for Sri Lanka against England in the 2026 England in Sri Lanka 3 T20I Series, bowling 0/6 in one match. This performance came ahead of his inclusion in the Sri Lankan squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup. He was also retained by SunRisers Hyderabad for the 2026 IPL season at his 2025 auction price of ₹1.2 crore.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Kiribathgala Kankanamalage Eshan Malinga Dharmasena |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 10" (178 cm) | ||||||
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| Weight | 70 Kg (154 lbs) | ||||||
| Eye Color | Black | ||||||
| Hair Color | Black | ||||||
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Personal Life
| Food Habit | Non-vegetarian |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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| Affairs/Girlfriends | Hiruni Rasangi |
Family
| Father | Gamini |
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Career
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| Batting Style | Left-handed | ||||||||
| Bowling Style | Right-arm medium fast |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Eshan developed a passion for cricket early on, playing with friends near his house. | |
| 2. He had a successful stint with Sivali Central School, leading his team to numerous victories. | |
| 3. In 2019, during a significant inter-school match, he took 11 wickets across two innings. | |
| 4. He was recognized as the fastest bowler in the Under-19 category during an Airtel competition in 2019. | |
| 5. After injuring his back, he received training to regain his form from Palitha Nandasena. | |
| 6. He debuted for Ragama Cricket Club in 2022 and trained at MRF Pace Academy in 2024. | |
| 7. Eshan played a pivotal role in helping Jaffna Kings win the 2024 Lanka Premier League. | |
| 8. He was acquired by SunRisers Hyderabad in the 2025 IPL auction for a significant amount. | |
| 9. He is not related to the former Sri Lankan cricketer Lasith Malinga. | |
| 10. In first-class cricket, he has taken 39 wickets in 16 matches at an average of 28.74, including three four-wicket hauls. | |
| 11. In List A cricket, he has a five-wicket haul and an average of 25.15. |