Maheesh Theekshana, the 22-year-old’s action, and bowling style are a bit similar to Indian bowling ace Ravichandran Ashwin, and he often uses the carrom ball to deceive the batters, a trademark delivery of Ravichandran Ashwin. His partnership with Wanindu Hasaranga will be crucial for Sri Lanka in the middle overs.
He was run out without facing a ball against Afghanistan in Asia Cup 2022 opener. He affected the run-out of Ibrahim Zadran and conceded 35 runs in 4 wicketless overs in that match. He picked Bangladesh skipper Shakib Al Hasan’s scalp returning with figures of 1/23 in 4 overs against Bangladesh. He returned with figures of 1/29 in 4 overs against Afghanistan in the first Super 4 game and figures of 1/29 against India in another Super 4 game.