Well, you surely remember the movie 3 Idiots, where Boman Irani’s character was ambidextrous and could write with both hands. Now, in IPL 2025, we are witnessing something similar—not in writing, but in bowling! That’s right, Sri Lankan all-rounder Kamindu Mendis, known for his calm and composed batting, has already made a name for himself in Sri Lanka’s batting lineup.
Now, this 26-year-old, currently playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad, is showcasing his incredible ambidextrous bowling skills vs KKR. He isn’t just bowling with his left hand but also with his right! During the match against IPL 2024 champions, he first bowled left-arm spin to Angkrish Raghuvanshi, deceiving him, and then, when Venkatesh Iyer came to the crease, he switched to right-arm spin.
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We are witnessing something truly unique in the IPL, but this isn’t the first time Mendis has displayed this rare skill. During India’s tour of Sri Lanka in 2024, he bowled off-spin to Rishabh Pant and left-arm spin to Suryakumar Yadav, further proving his versatility.
Kamindu Mendis bowling left arm to Suryakumar Yadav and right arm to Rishabh Pant.
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Who is Kamindu Mendis
Born on 30 September 1998 in Galle, Kamindu Mendis made his Test debut for Sri Lanka in July 2022 against Australia at his home ground. In his very first innings, he scored 61 runs, announcing his arrival on the big stage. Sri Lanka won the match by an innings and 39 runs, and although he didn’t get to bat in the second innings, his performance left a lasting impact. Since then, he has been consistently setting records. Also Mendis continues to make headlines, showcasing his exceptional skills as an ambidextrous bowler.
What is ambidextrous bowling?
Ambidextrous means the ability to use both hands with equal ease. In cricket, an ambidextrous bowler is someone who can bowl with both hands.
Ambidextrous cricket stars
| Kamindu Mendis |
| Akshay Karnewar |
| Hanif Mohammad |
| Graham Gooch |
| Hashan Tillakaratne |
