Sri Lanka’s Sonal Dinusha named ICC Men’s Player of the month for August

“This recognition means so much to me, especially so early in my career, and I’m truly grateful to the ICC for this honour,” Dinusha said while reflecting on his latest achievement. | Photo Credit: PTI

Sri Lanka’s Sonal Dinusha was on Friday named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month against August.

Dinusha was exceptional for Sri Lanka in its recent Test series against India, where the southpaw finished as the leading run-scorer.

In three matches, Dinusha scored 420 runs at a splendid average of 140, including three centuries and a half-century.

While Sri Lanka lost the series 0-1, Dinusha helped the island nation avoid a whitewash in the second Test, by scoring an unbeaten 133 in the follow-on innings.

“This recognition means so much to me, especially so early in my career, and I’m truly grateful to the ICC for this honour,” Dinusha said while reflecting on his latest achievement.

“The series against India will always hold a special place in my heart,” Dinusha added.

“Scoring three centuries was a dream come true, made even more meaningful by achieving them in Colombo and Galle in front of our home fans.

“Although we didn’t get the overall result we hoped for, the way our team fought back in the second match showed the character, belief and determination we have as a side. I’m proud to have shared that fight with my teammates,” Dinusha added.