About
Sri Lankan cricket star scored a record 13,000 runs in his two decade career.
Before Fame
He was named Observer Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year while attending St. Servatius College.
Trivia
He used his outstanding cricket career to find success as a member of Sri Lanka's Parliament.
Family Life
He was born and raised in Matara, Sri Lanka. Divorced Sandra de Silva in 2012 and would marry his third wife, Maleeka Sirisena, the same year. He has two daughters, Kashini and Yeheli, and a son, Ranuka.
Associated With
He is perhaps the best cricketer in his nation's history, which can also be said for India's Sachin Tendulkar.
