Kusal Perera will feature in the Sri Lankan team for the Asia Cup 2025, starting from 9 September. This tournament will be crucial for him as a senior player, with the Asia Cup also serving as an important preparation ground ahead of the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup.
Kusal Perera Highest Score in Asia Cup
| Player | Year | Balls | Runs | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Perera | 2014 (ODI) | 81 | 64 | 4 | 2 |
Kusal Perera’s best performance in the Asia Cup came against India in the 2014(ODI) edition. He played a blazing knock of 64 runs off 81 balls, which included 4 fours and 2 sixes. His innings came in the second innings, where he showcased his ability to handle pressure and dominate the opposition while chasing.
Sri Lanka will enter this Asia Cup with a mix of senior players and youngsters. In this article, we will discuss the batting stats of Kusal Perera in the Asia Cup.
Kusal Perera T20 Stats
| Player | Mat | Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s/100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kusal Perera | 81 | 80 | 2084 | 27.06 | 132.66 | 15/1 |
Kusal Perera is a fearless left-handed batsman, known for his explosive batting style at the top of the order. In T20Is, he has played 81 matches, scoring 2084 runs in 80 innings at an average of 27.06 and a strike rate of 132.66. His record includes 15 half-centuries and 1 century, making him one of Sri Lanka’s most impactful openers in the format.
In addition to T20Is, Perera has also excelled in ODIs and Test cricket, crossing the 3000-run mark in ODIs with several match-winning knocks to his name. His aggressive approach has often been compared to legendary openers who could change the game’s momentum in quick time.
Kusal Perera Stats in Asia Cup
| Year | Innings | Runs | Average | 50s / 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 | 153 | 30.60 | 1 / 0 |
| 2018 | 2 | 28 | 14.00 | 0 / 0 |
| 2023 | 2 | 17 | 8.50 | 0 / 0 |
Kusal Perera made his Asia Cup debut in 2014 (ODI format), scoring 153 runs in 5 innings at an impressive average of 30.60, including one half-century. His aggressive batting at the top gave Sri Lanka positive starts.
In the 2018 Asia Cup (ODI format), Perera’s form dipped, as he managed just 28 runs in 2 innings.He returned in the 2023 edition (ODI format) and scored 178 runs in 2 innings at a brilliant average of 89.00, underlining his value as a senior batter with a match-winning half-century.Overall, across Asia Cup editions, Kusal Perera has scored 359 runs, with three half-centuries to his name, showcasing his ability to deliver impactful knocks in high-pressure tournaments.
Asia Cup 2025 Sri Lanka Squad
Sri Lanka cricket team: Charith Asalanka (c), Pathum Nissanka, Kusal Mendis, Kusal Perera, Nuwanidu Fernando, Kamindu Mendis, Kamil Mishara, Dasun Shanaka, Wanindu Hasaranga, Dunith Wellalage, Chamika Karunaratne, Maheesh Theekshana, Dushmantha Chameera, Binura Fernando, Nuwan Thushara, Matheesha Pathirana
