Maheesh Theekshana

A right-arm off-break bowler, Maheesh Theekshana has represented Sri Lanka in all three formats of cricket. Despite being overweight, Theekshana impressed in age-group domestic cricket before completely transforming himself after joining the Sri Lankan Army, which helped him adhere to a strict diet and improve his fitness levels. He was impressive for the Army teams across various competitions and emerged as the joint-top wicket-taker in the 2021 Lanka Premier League while playing for Jaffna Kings. Maheesh Theekshana’s exploits back home saw him land a contract with Chennai Super Kings for IPL 2022. The Lankan spinner impressed from the start and picked up 12 wickets in just nine matches during his debut campaign in the IPL. Maheesh Theekshana was a key contributor to CSK’s title-winning run in IPL 2023, picking up 11 wickets in 13 outings. He played just five matches for CSK in IPL 2024 before joining the Rajasthan Royals for IPL 2025. He is the youngest bowler to take a four-fer in the IPL. The ace spinner was also part of the Asia Cup 2022-winning Sri Lanka team and continues to be an integral part of his country’s national setup.