As World Cup 2019 is in full flow, we showcase a series on 'Player to watch out for', in the upcoming match. Sri Lankan all-rounder Thisara Perera, who is all set to display his skills against Bangladesh on June 11, is the player we think will be the game-changer in the match. We look at the cricketer's life off the pitch, where he is an absolute romantic for his wife Sherami Perera (Pics/ Thisara Perera Instagram and Sherami Perera Instagram)
Updated On: 2019-06-11 10:30 AM IST
Thisara Perera is a Sri Lankan cricketer who plays for the national team. He is currently in the Sri Lanka team for the World Cup 2019.
In pic: Sri Lanka cricketer Thisara Perera with his wife Sherami
Thisara Perera is an all-rounder who has earned the tag of one of the most explosive all-rounders in world cricket.
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "Happiness is a journey.. not a destination ' At Ashan priyanjana's wedding"
Thisara Perera has also previously captained the Sri Lankan national team in One Day Internationals and T20Is.
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera's wife Sherami posted this picture and captioned it as, "Throwback to my long hair"
Thisara Perera started off his cricket career as a teenager when he was in college.
In pic: Sri Lanka cricketer Thisara Perera with his wife Sherami during a lunch outing
Thisara Perera later joined St. Joseph's College in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The college has also produced cricketing stalwarts like Chaminda Vaas, Angelo Mathews and current Sri Lanka ODI captain Dimuth Karunaratne.
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "Stardust"
Thisara Perea got married to the love of his life Sherami at the tender age of 18. The couple has been going strong ever since.
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "Merry Christmas!"
Thisara Perera has also an established career in the IPL when he was bought by Chennai Super Kings in 2010 IPL for Rs. 30 lakh.
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and other cricketers and captioned it as, "Had such a great evening hanging out with these amazing people #friendsforver"
Thisara Perera then played for Kochi Tuskers in 2011 IPL for Rs 50 lakh.
In pic: Sri Lanka cricketer Thisara Perera with his wife Sherami during a weekend getaway
In the 2016 IPL auctions, Thisara Perera was bought by Rising Pune Supergiants for Rs. 1 crore.
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "Enjoyed the special care & consideration by RangpurRiders.Explored the beauty of nature with this transport service"
Thisara Perera is in form going into the 2019 World Cup and the Sri Lankan team will be banking on the all-rounder to single-handedly win a few matches for the country during the tournament.
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "The Person I love, It's her Birthday today"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "With my sweetheart"
In pic: Sri Lanka cricketer Thisara Perera with his wife Sherami at a wedding reception
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "In you I have found my closest , best friend"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "Life is beautiful everyday"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "Never above you, Never below you, Always beside you"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "#throwback"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "Switzerland Love"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and family and captioned it as, "My family"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and friends during a dinner outing and captioned it as, "#kaemasutra"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami, cricketer Rangana Herath and captioned it as, "Happy Birthday to a brother from another mother!!!! #bigboss #ahumblehumanbeing. We wish you nothing but the best ayya. Have a blessed day"
Sri Lanka all-rounder Thisara Perera posted this picture with his wife Sherami and captioned it as, "#Dinnertime #youngtersonly #family #Kaemasutra"
