Mahesh Theekshana, born on 1 August 2000, has rapidly emerged as a prominent figure in the world of cricket. He hails from Siddhartha Vidyalaya, Sedawatta, and has a compelling journey that has taken him from school cricket to representing Sri Lanka in international cricket. Early Life and School Cricket Growing up with his grandmother, Theekshana's talent in cricket was evident from a young age. Initially attending St. Benedict's College, Colombo, he soon became a sought-after player. Two former students of St. Benedict's College recognized his potential and encouraged him to switch schools to represent the college in school cricket. The Cricket Wing of St. Benedict's College even provided financial support for his early years. Theekshana's outstanding performance earned him an All Island Best All-Rounder Award in his final year at St. Benedict's College. Military Service and Transformation After joining the Sri Lanka Army, Theekshana served as a Private in the...