Pathum Nissanka Silva, hailing from Galle, Sri Lanka, emerged from humble beginnings, with his father working as a ground boy and his mother selling flowers near the Kalutara temple. Despite the challenges, Pathum's talent shone through, starting his cricket journey at Kalutara Vidyalaya.
His rise in domestic cricket saw him debut for Hambantota District in the 2016–17 Districts One Day Tournament and later for Badureliya Sports Club in the 2017–18 SLC Twenty20 Tournament. He consistently impressed, earning spots in various provincial and club teams, showcasing his prowess.
In international cricket, Pathum's journey began with his debut across all formats in March 2021 against the West Indies. His Test debut saw him make history, scoring a century in the second innings, becoming the fourth Sri Lankan to achieve this feat on debut.
Pathum's prowess expanded in limited-overs cricket, notably in the T20 World Cup 2022, where he showcased his skills with crucial half-centuries. His performance in the 2022 Asia Cup, including vital partnerships and contributions, further solidified his place as a key player for Sri Lanka.
Noteworthy achievements continued as he consistently delivered in ODIs, with impressive performances against various teams, including notable partnerships and match-winning knocks.
In the 2023 World Cup Qualifiers, Pathum's exceptional form saw him amass runs with two centuries, earning him a spot in Wisden’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier 2023 Team of the Tournament.
His consistency and excellence in the 2023 World Cup further highlighted his talent, achieving milestones like scoring four consecutive half-centuries and becoming the second batter to reach 1000 ODI runs in 2023.
Pathum's impact extends beyond numbers, as he continues to inspire with his performances, resilience, and dedication to the game, earning him accolades and recognition on both domestic and international stages.
In recent news, on 2024.02.09,against Afghanistan, Pathum Nissanka showcased his brilliance once again, scoring a magnificent 210 runs. This remarkable achievement further solidifies his stature as one of Sri Lanka's premier cricketers.
With each match, Pathum Nissanka Silva continues to carve his legacy in the annals of Sri Lankan cricket, embodying the spirit of determination and excellence.