মাহিশ থিকশানা: রহস্যময় স্পিনার, শ্রীলঙ্কার সাদা বলের ক্রিকেটের মূল অস্ত্র

• ODI Debut: September 7, 2021, against South Africa at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo. He took a wicket with his first ball in ODI cricket and finished with figures of 4 for 37.

• T20I Debut: September 10, 2021, against South Africa at the R. Premadasa Stadium, Colombo.

• Test Debut: July 8, 2022, against Australia at the Galle International Stadium. 

• Recent International Matches

  • T20I vs. Pakistan: November 29, 2025, at Rawalpindi.

  • T20I vs. Pakistan: November 27, 2025, at Rawalpindi.

  • ODI vs. Pakistan: November 16, 2025, at Rawalpindi. 

Current Teams

• Galle Marvels: He plays for them in the Lanka Premier League (LPL) as of late 2025.
• Sharjah Warriors: 2025-26 Season.
• Sri Lanka (National): A core player, named in the preliminary squad for the 2026 T20 World Cup. 

Past Teams

• Chennai Super Kings (IPL): Played from 2022 to 2024, winning the IPL title in 2023.
• Jaffna Kings (LPL): Represented the team from 2020 to 2023.
• Barbados Royals (CPL): Played for them in the Caribbean Premier League in 2023 and 2024.
• Joburg Super Kings (SA20): Featured in the inaugural SA20 league in 2023.
• Trinbago Knight Riders (CPL): Played for them in the 2022 CPL season.

• Income – INR 2 crore per annum

• Net Worth (Approx) – 4 crore

How many games did Theekshana play in IPL?

Maheesh Theekshana has played 38 games in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to date, with his debut in 2022. He has represented both the Chennai Super Kings and the Rajasthan Royals during his career.

What is the theekshana strike rate?

M Theekshana has a strike rate of 86.4 with an average of 0.86 in 37 T20 balls.

Is Maheesh Theekshana a fast bowler?

Maheesh Theekshana is a 20-year off-break bowler, while 18-year-old Matheesha is getting headlines due to bowling action like Malinga.

Is Maheesh Theekshana an army officer?

COLOMBO (News 1st); Private Maheesh Theekshana who was part of Sri Lanka Cricket Team that won the 2022 Asia Cup in Dubai was elevated to the rank of Sergeant by Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage, Commander of the Army

IPL Debut

• Debut Match: April 9, 2022, for CSK vs. Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH).
• Team: Chennai Super Kings (CSK). 

IPL Career Statistics (Overall)

• Matches Played: 38.
• Wickets: 36.
• Runs: 17 (as of latest stats).
• Bowling Average: ~33.53 (career).
• Economy Rate: ~7.66 (career).
• Bowling Style: Right-arm Off Break. 

Performance Highlights

• 2023 (CSK): 13 matches, key to title win.

• All Island Best All-Rounder Award: Won this award during his final year at St. Benedict's College for his school cricket performances.
• Asia Cup Winner: Part of the winning Sri Lankan team in the 2022 Asia Cup.