Top 5 players with highest individual score for Sri Lanka in ODIs

Embark on a cricketing journey with our listicle, unveiling the top 5 players who etched their names in Sri Lanka's ODI history with the highest individual scores. From masterful innings to unforgettable moments, we celebrate the prowess of these cricketing stalwarts who left an indelible mark on Sri Lanka's one-day international records.

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Join us as we revisit iconic performances and relive the moments that defined these players' exceptional contributions to Sri Lankan cricket, showcasing their skill, resilience, and ability to dominate the ODI arena. Stay tuned for a nostalgic trip through the highest individual scores that shaped Sri Lanka's cricketing legacy.

#5. Tilakaratne Dilshan (161* vs. Bangladesh in Melbourne in 2015)

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Tillakaratne Dilshan showcased his unparalleled batting prowess with a spectacular innings, notching a career-best unbeaten 161 runs off 146 balls, adorned with 22 boundaries. This remarkable performance unfolded during the 18th match of a World Cup against Bangladesh, propelling Sri Lanka to a formidable total of 332.

Dilshan's masterclass, alongside Kumar Sangakkara's century, orchestrated a commanding 92-run victory at the MCG. Dilshan's innings not only secured a crucial win but also etched his name in Sri Lanka's cricketing history, placing him fifth in the list of highest individual scores for the nation in ODIs.

#4. Kumar Sangakkara (169 vs. South Africa in Colombo in 2013)

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In a remarkable display of cricketing prowess, Kumar Sangakkara's monumental innings secure him the 4th spot in Sri Lanka's highest individual scores in ODIs. During a crucial match against South Africa in Colombo, Sangakkara's masterclass unfolded as he anchored the innings, propelling Sri Lanka to a formidable total of 320/5.

The left-hander's breathtaking knock of 169 runs off 137 balls, embellished with 18 fours and six sixes, showcased his exceptional skill and composure. This innings not only solidified Sangakkara's status as one of the finest batsmen globally but also played a pivotal role in Sri Lanka's commanding victory, with the Proteas capitulating for just 140 runs.

#3. Upul Tharanga (174* vs. India in Kingston in 2013)

In a memorable innings during the tri-series clash against India and the West Indies, Upul Tharanga showcased extraordinary batting prowess, propelling himself to the third spot in Sri Lanka's highest individual scores in ODIs. Winning the toss, India opted to bowl, only to face a formidable challenge as both Sri Lankan openers, including Tharanga, notched centuries.

Tharanga's exceptional unbeaten 179* off 159 balls, embellished with 19 fours and three sixes, propelled Sri Lanka to a commanding total of 348/1. His remarkable innings, complemented by partnerships with Jayawardene and Mathews, set the stage for India's struggle, culminating in a 161-run victory for Sri Lanka.

#2. Sanath Jayasuriya (189 vs. India in Sharjah in 2000)

In a breathtaking display of cricketing prowess, former explosive opener Sanath Jayasuriya etched his name in Sri Lanka's record books during the 2000 Coca-Cola Champions Trophy final against India. Opting to bat first, Sri Lanka faced continuous setbacks, but Jayasuriya's resilience stood out.

He formed a formidable 166-run partnership with Russell Arnold, guiding Sri Lanka to a formidable total of 299/5 in 50 overs. Jayasuriya's monumental innings, unfortunately, cut short at 189 runs off 161 balls, and featured 21 fours and 4 sixes. Sri Lanka's dominance continued as India crumbled for just 54 runs, securing a resounding victory by 245 runs and clinching the tournament title.

#1. Pathum Nissanka (211* vs. Afghanistan in Pallekele in 2024)

Pathum Nissanka made history on February 9, 2024, by breaking a 24-year-old record, becoming the first Sri Lankan to score a double century in ODIs while batting first and as an opener. In a remarkable display of skill and resilience against Afghanistan in the 1st ODI, Nissanka's unbeaten innings secured his place at the top of the list for the highest individual score for Sri Lanka.

His historic achievement not only marked a personal milestone but also underscored his significant contribution to Sri Lankan cricket, leaving fans in awe of his batting prowess and rewriting the records in the process.