Kamindu Mendis, the Sri Lankan middle-order batsman, has made history by becoming just the fourth cricketer to reach 1,000 runs in only 13 Test innings. At just 25 years old, Mendis has quickly made a name for himself as a key performer in the Sri Lankan team since his debut two years ago. His recent unbeaten 182 against New Zealand in Galle also saw him equal the record for the third-fastest to reach 1,000 runs, alongside the legendary Donald Bradman.
Mendis has now scored five Test centuries in just 13 innings, a record that puts him in the same league as Bradman and George Headley. This remarkable achievement was part of a 200-run partnership with Kusal Mendis in Galle, where the young left-hander was born and raised.
Having also been the highest run-scorer for Sri Lanka in their recent series against Bangladesh and England, Mendis’ form has been exceptional this year. His consistent performance in Test cricket has garnered praise and admiration from fans and experts alike.
With this latest century and record-breaking achievement, Mendis has solidified his place as a key player in the Sri Lankan cricket team. His talent and potential seem to have no bounds, and his future in the sport looks extremely promising. Sri Lanka’s cricketing future certainly seems bright with Kamindu Mendis leading the charge.
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