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Dunith Wellalage

Jan 09, 2003 ( 23 years )

Bowler

Left Handed

Slow left-arm orthodox

About Dunith Wellalage

Dunith Wellalage is a Slow left-arm orthodox Bowler, who was born on Jan 09, 2003, and has played for Sri Lanka, Colts Cricket Club, Lankan Cricket Club, Sri Lanka A, Sinhalese Sports Club, Sri Lanka Under-19, Barbados Tridents, Sri Lanka Cricket Development XI, Colombo, Galle, Lahore Qalandars, UAE Bulls, Colombo Kaps, Jaffna Kings, Fortune Barishal, SLC Blues, SLC Reds, Jaffna, Paarl Royals, SLC Yellow, Ajman Bolts, Jaffna Titans, Arabian Aces teams so far.

Talking about Test career, Dunith Wellalage has taken a total of 0 wickets in 1 matches and 2 innings.

In One Day Internationals (ODIs), Dunith Wellalage has taken a total of 49 wickets in 41 matches and 40 innings.

Looking at Dunith Wellalage's international T20 career, Bowler has taken a total of 21 wickets in 19 matches and 19 innings.

Dunith Wellalage’s Recent Match Performance

In the latest ODI encounter in ODI Tri-Series in Pakistan, 2026 against Pakistan at Gaddafi Stadium, Lahore on Oct 31, 2026, the bowler delivered a disciplined spell, showcasing control and tactical awareness. Bowling 10 overs, Dunith Wellalage picked up 1 wickets while conceding 58 runs at an economy rate of 5.80.

Operating during key phases of the innings, Dunith Wellalage maintained tight lines and lengths, making it difficult for batters to score freely. Dunith Wellalage delivered a key breakthrough by dismissing Salman Agha, putting the team in control.

The performance came during the ODI Tri-Series in Pakistan, 2026, where conditions often demand adaptability and precision. Dunith Wellalage ability to mix pace and extract assistance from the surface played a key role in restricting the opposition.

Even when wickets didn’t come in clusters, Dunith Wellalage spell ensured scoreboard pressure was maintained.

Dunith Wellalage BATTING CAREER SUMMARY

M
Inn
NO
Runs
HS
Avg
BF
SR
100
50
6s
4s
HS Vs
Test
ODI
T20I
IPL
Domestic T20
1
41
19
0
84
2
33
14
0
57
0
7
5
0
14
29
531
175
0
819
18
67
43
0
56
14.00
20.00
19.00
0.00
19.00
47
610
150
0
745
61.00
87.00
116.00
0.00
109.00
0
0
0
0
0
0
1
0
0
1
0
14
5
0
19
3
44
19
0
78
Pakistan
India
West Indies
0
Galle Gallants

Dunith Wellalage BOWLING CAREER SUMMARY

M
Inn
Ovs
B
RM
R
W
Avg
SR
Econ
W4H
W5H
BB
BB Vs
Test
ODI
T20I
IPL
Domestic T20
1
41
19
0
84
2
40
19
0
78
13.00
310.00
69.00
0.00
253.00
78
1865
417
0
1518
1
4
0
0
1
35
1639
557
0
1775
0
49
21
0
88
0.00
33.00
26.00
0.00
20.00
0.00
38.00
19.00
0.00
17.00
2.00
5.00
8.00
0.00
7.00
0
1
0
0
2
0
2
0
0
0
0/17
5/27
3/9
0
4/10
Pakistan
India
West Indies
0
Galle Gallants

Dunith Wellalage FIELDING CAREER SUMMARY

RC
RS
RO
Test
ODI
T20I
IPL
Domestic T20
2
17
7
0
34
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
4

Detailed Breakdown of Player Dunith Wellalage’s Stats - FAQs

What is the age of Dunith Wellalage?
Dunith Wellalage is 23 years old.
When was Dunith Wellalage born?
Dunith Wellalage was born on January 9, 2003.
What is the total number of centuries by Dunith Wellalage in ODI cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has scored 0 centuries in ODI cricket.
How many sixes has Dunith Wellalage scored in ODI matches?
Dunith Wellalage has hit 14 sixes in ODI matches.
How many fours has Dunith Wellalage scored in ODI matches?
Dunith Wellalage has struck 44 fours in ODI matches.
What is the total number of centuries by Dunith Wellalage in T20I cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has scored 0 centuries in T20I cricket.
How many sixes has Dunith Wellalage scored in T20I matches?
Dunith Wellalage has hit 5 sixes in T20I matches.
How many fours has Dunith Wellalage scored in T20I matches?
Dunith Wellalage has struck 19 fours in T20I matches.
What is the total number of centuries by Dunith Wellalage in Test cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has scored 0 centuries in Test cricket.
How many sixes has Dunith Wellalage scored in Test matches?
Dunith Wellalage has hit 0 sixes in Test matches.
How many fours has Dunith Wellalage scored in Test matches?
Dunith Wellalage has struck 3 fours in Test matches.
How many wickets has Dunith Wellalage taken in ODI matches?
Dunith Wellalage has taken 49 wickets in ODI matches.
Has Dunith Wellalage taken any five-wicket hauls in ODI cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has taken 2 five-wicket hauls in ODI cricket.
Has Dunith Wellalage taken any four-wicket hauls in ODI cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has taken 1 four-wicket hauls in ODI cricket.
How many overs has Dunith Wellalage bowled in ODI matches?
Dunith Wellalage has bowled 310.00 overs in ODI cricket.
How many wickets has Dunith Wellalage taken in T20I matches?
Dunith Wellalage has taken 21 wickets in T20I matches.
Has Dunith Wellalage taken any five-wicket hauls in T20I cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has not taken any five-wicket hauls in T20I cricket.
Has Dunith Wellalage taken any four-wicket hauls in T20I cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has not taken any four-wicket hauls in T20I cricket.
How many overs has Dunith Wellalage bowled in T20I matches?
Dunith Wellalage has bowled 69.00 overs in T20I cricket.
How many wickets has Dunith Wellalage taken in Test matches?
Dunith Wellalage has taken 0 wickets in Test matches.
Has Dunith Wellalage taken any five-wicket hauls in Test cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has not taken any five-wicket hauls in Test cricket.
Has Dunith Wellalage taken any four-wicket hauls in Test cricket?
Dunith Wellalage has not taken any four-wicket hauls in Test cricket.
How many overs has Dunith Wellalage bowled in Test matches?
Dunith Wellalage has bowled 13.00 overs in Test cricket.

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