The most elegant batsman of his generation — 11,814 Test runs, a world record partnership of 624 alongside Sangakkara, and a legacy of grace that defined Sri Lankan batting.
Mahela Jayawardene scored 11,814 Test runs for Sri Lanka — the second most by any Asian batsman after Sachin Tendulkar. His 374 against South Africa in 2006 — part of a 624-run partnership with Sangakkara, the highest in Test history — is one of cricket's greatest batting performances. His elegant technique and ability to construct marathon innings placed him among the finest batsmen in the sport's history.
His partnership with Sangakkara of 624 runs against South Africa in 2006 is the highest partnership in Test cricket history.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- ICC T20 World Cup 2014
- 11,814 Test runs
- 374 vs South Africa 2006
- 624 partnership with Sangakkara (record)