Amshi de Silva is a 24‑year‑old Sri Lankan‑born all‑rounder (right‑hand bat, right‑arm medium‑fast) who now plays franchise cricket in the USA for the Texas Super Kings in Major League Cricket (MLC). He previously represented Sri Lanka U‑19s, Sri Lanka Emerging, and Sri Lanka A before moving into global franchise leagues.
Personal & Background
- Full Name: Amshi de Silva
- Born: 11 November 2001, Galle, Sri Lanka
- Education: Richmond College, Galle (captained the school XI in 2021)
- Batting Style: Right‑handed
- Bowling Style: Right‑arm medium‑fast
- Role: All‑rounder
Career Path
- Sri Lanka U‑19s: Part of the squad for the 2020 ICC U‑19 World Cup.
- Domestic Debut: List A debut in October 2021 for Colombo Cricket Club.
- Sri Lanka Emerging Team: Selected for the 2022 England tour.
- Sri Lanka A: Played against Australia A in 2022.
- Franchise Cricket:
- Texas Super Kings (MLC, USA) – active since 2026.
- Trinbago Knight Riders (CPL) – short stint in the Caribbean Premier League.
- Also featured for Colombo CC, Nondescripts CC, and Tamil Union CC in Sri Lanka.
Amshi de Silva Statistics
| Format | Matches | Runs | Bat Avg | Top Score | Wickets | Best Bowling | Bowl Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| First‑Class | 17 | 300 | 14.28 | 104 | 39 | 4/91 | 29.35 |
| List A | 19 | 172 | 12.28 | 25 | 9 | 2/59 | 55.00 |
| T20s | 19 | 41 | 5.12 | 9* | 15 | 4/28 | 30.13 |
| MLC 2026 (Texas Super Kings) | 10 | 19 | 3.80 | 9* | 13 | 4/28 | 23.53 |
Style & Strengths
- Bowling: Right‑arm medium‑fast, effective in short spells, best figures 4/28 in MLC.
- Batting: Lower‑order right‑hander, limited contributions so far.
- Temperament: Energetic, developing all‑rounder, gaining exposure in global leagues.
- Utility: Adds depth to squads as a seam‑bowling all‑rounder.
Conclusion
Amshi de Silva’s career reflects a modern dual‑pathway cricketer. Starting in Sri Lanka’s youth and A teams, he has transitioned into franchise cricket in the USA, particularly Major League Cricket, where his bowling has shown promise. His journey highlights the growing bridge between South Asian cricket talent and North American leagues.
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