Upul Chandana is a former Sri Lankan cricketer, remembered as a leg‑spinning all‑rounder who played during the late 1990s and early 2000s. He was known for his athletic fielding, clever leg‑spin, and useful lower‑order batting.
Personal & Career Overview
- Full Name: Upul Chandana
- Born: 7 May 1972, Galle, Sri Lanka
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm leg‑break
- Role: All‑rounder
- International Span: 1994–2007
Career Highlights
- ODI Debut: 16 April 1994 vs New Zealand (Sharjah).
- Test Debut: 29 May 1999 vs Pakistan (Galle).
- Represented Sri Lanka in 16 Tests and 134 ODIs.
- Member of the 1996 ICC Cricket World Cup‑winning squad.
- Noted for his sharp fielding at point and cover, often saving crucial runs.
- Played in the 1999, 2003, and 2007 World Cups.
Upul Chandana Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Wickets | Bowl Avg | Best Bowling |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tests | 16 | 437 | 22.98 | 37 | 42.00 | 4/84 |
| ODIs | 134 | 1,799 | 22.13 | 151 | 31.90 | 3/30 |
Style & Legacy
- Bowling Strengths: Leg‑spin with variations, effective in middle overs.
- Batting: Handy lower‑order contributor, capable of quick runs.
- Fielding: Among Sri Lanka’s finest fielders of his era.
- Legacy: Remembered as a versatile squad player who contributed in all departments, especially during Sri Lanka’s rise in ODI cricket.
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