Sugandika Kumari’s Personal Details
Name: Dasnayaka Mudiyanselage Sugandika Manel Kumari
Date of Birth: 5 October 1991
Batting Style: Left-handed
Bowling Style: Slow left-arm orthodox
Role: Bowler
Born in Anamaduwa, Sugandika Kumari has been a reliable spin option for Sri Lanka since making her ODI debut in January 2015 against Pakistan. At the domestic level, she has represented Basnahira Women, Central Province Women, Sri Lanka A Women, and Sri Lanka Army Sports Club Women.
In ODIs, Kumari has featured in 43 matches, claiming 38 wickets with best figures of 4/39. While her batting contributions are modest, her steady control and ability to apply pressure in the middle overs have been her hallmark. The year 2025 has marked her most successful run, with 9 wickets in 6 innings, including the best of 3/44, underlining her growing impact.
Set for her first World Cup appearance, Kumari’s strengths lie in restricting runs, varying pace and flight, and breaking key partnerships. With her disciplined left-arm spin, she adds both control and wicket-taking potential to Sri Lanka’s bowling unit.
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