Dilshan Abeysinghe

Dilshan Abeysinghe is a highly promising fast bowler currently operating at the top level of Sri Lankan domestic cricket. A skilful seamer capable of swinging the ball late and hitting speeds around 85 mph, Dilshan has developed a reputation as a genuine threat with the new ball and a bowler with the potential to push for higher honours.

He burst onto the scene in 2017, making his first-class debut for the prestigious Sinhalese Sports Club in the Premier League Tournament. It didn’t take long for him to make his mark — his debut figures of 3 for 44 included the scalps of seasoned Sri Lankan internationals Lahiru Madushanka and Ashan Priyanjan, a clear sign of the quality he possesses. He followed this with his T20 and List A debuts in 2019, showing adaptability across all formats.

One of the standout highlights of his career came in 2021, when he led the bowling attack for Sinhalese Sports Club during their successful T20 Tournament campaign — the club’s first major title since 2005. More recently, in 2024, he earned selection for Dambulla in the National Super League and has also been part of Sri Lanka’s national fast bowling academy, a testament to his rising profile in domestic circles.

While it’s his pace and seam movement that first turn heads, Dilshan is far from a one-dimensional cricketer. A capable lower-order hitter, he relishes the opportunity to add value with the bat and has a knack for striking late-order runs when needed. His best first-class figures of 5 for 39 underline his ability to run through batting lineups, and his all-round athleticism is further reinforced by his qualification as a fitness coach.

Dilshan Abeysinghe is a serious talent with the pace, skill, and hunger to succeed at higher levels. Now eyeing a UK club stint in 2026, he would be a brilliant acquisition for any side looking for a genuine strike bowler who can thrive in English conditions — and contribute more than a little with the bat.

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