| Name | Krishan Sanjula |
| Date of Birth | 20/09/1998 |
| Age | 26 |
| Nationality | Sri Lankan |
| Player Status | Available |
| Playing Role | Wicket-Keeper |
| Bowling Style | RA Off Spin |
| Batting Style | RH Top Order Bat |
| Entry Route (UK) | International Sportsperson Visa |
| Major Teams | Sri Lanka U19s, Sri Lanka Cricket Development XI, Sinhalese Sports Club |
Krishan Sanjula is a highly promising wicket-keeper batter making significant strides in Sri Lankan domestic cricket. Known affectionately as “Wije,” he combines aggressive strokeplay with dependable glovework, making him a valuable asset to his team.
Career Overview
Early Promise:
A standout schoolboy prodigy and former Sri Lanka Under-19 star, Sanjula amassed an impressive 2,398 runs at 36.33 in Under-19 Division 1 cricket, including 6 centuries and a monumental double century (253). His powerful hitting was underlined by 55 sixes during the tournament.
Age-Group & Emerging Levels:
Progressing through Emerging and Under-23 Tournaments, Sanjula continued his prolific run-scoring, averaging 77 with 2 centuries in the 2016/17 season.
Domestic Breakthrough:
He debuted in first-class cricket for Sinhalese Sports Club in February 2017, playing in a squad featuring notable internationals such as Dasun Shanaka and Jeffrey Vandersay. Sanjula shone in the Premier Tournament, notably scoring 383 runs at 47.87 in the 2019/20 season and 401 runs at 33.41 in 2018/19.
White-Ball Specialist
Despite a slight dip in first-class form in recent seasons, Sanjula has excelled in the limited-overs formats:
50-over cricket: 238 runs at 59.50 (2021/22), 515 runs at 46.81 (2022), 625 runs at 41.66 (2023/24), 388 runs at 64.66 (2024)
T20 cricket: Among the top 5 run-scorers in the 2020/21 SLC Major Club T20 Tournament with 219 runs at 36.50, including 3 half-centuries
His standout moment came in the 2020/21 T20 final, where he scored an unbeaten 71 to lead Sinhalese Sports Club to victory, earning him the Player of the Final award.
Skills & Style
Explosive top-order batter capable of changing the game quickly
Reliable wicket-keeper with competent off-spin bowling ability
Experienced in high-pressure matches, with a reputation for impactful innings
Looking Ahead
Krishan Sanjula has established himself as a key player on the domestic stage and is poised to push for national team selection. Keen to expand his experience, he is seeking a UK club opportunity in 2026 to further develop his game in overseas conditions.
There are no overseas stats available for this player.
| Name | Krishan Sanjula |
| Date of Birth | 20/09/1998 |
| Age | 26 |
| Nationality | Sri Lankan |
| Player Status | Available |
| Playing Role | Wicket-Keeper |
| Player Status | Available |
| Bowling Style | RA Off Spin |
| Batting Style | RH Top Order Bat |
| Entry Route (UK) | International Sportsperson Visa |
| Major Teams | Sri Lanka U19s, Sri Lanka Cricket Development XI, Sinhalese Sports Club |
Krishan Sanjula is a highly promising wicket-keeper batter making significant strides in Sri Lankan domestic cricket. Known affectionately as “Wije,” he combines aggressive strokeplay with dependable glovework, making him a valuable asset to his team.
Career Overview
Early Promise:
A standout schoolboy prodigy and former Sri Lanka Under-19 star, Sanjula amassed an impressive 2,398 runs at 36.33 in Under-19 Division 1 cricket, including 6 centuries and a monumental double century (253). His powerful hitting was underlined by 55 sixes during the tournament.
Age-Group & Emerging Levels:
Progressing through Emerging and Under-23 Tournaments, Sanjula continued his prolific run-scoring, averaging 77 with 2 centuries in the 2016/17 season.
Domestic Breakthrough:
He debuted in first-class cricket for Sinhalese Sports Club in February 2017, playing in a squad featuring notable internationals such as Dasun Shanaka and Jeffrey Vandersay. Sanjula shone in the Premier Tournament, notably scoring 383 runs at 47.87 in the 2019/20 season and 401 runs at 33.41 in 2018/19.
White-Ball Specialist
Despite a slight dip in first-class form in recent seasons, Sanjula has excelled in the limited-overs formats:
50-over cricket: 238 runs at 59.50 (2021/22), 515 runs at 46.81 (2022), 625 runs at 41.66 (2023/24), 388 runs at 64.66 (2024)
T20 cricket: Among the top 5 run-scorers in the 2020/21 SLC Major Club T20 Tournament with 219 runs at 36.50, including 3 half-centuries
His standout moment came in the 2020/21 T20 final, where he scored an unbeaten 71 to lead Sinhalese Sports Club to victory, earning him the Player of the Final award.
Skills & Style
Explosive top-order batter capable of changing the game quickly
Reliable wicket-keeper with competent off-spin bowling ability
Experienced in high-pressure matches, with a reputation for impactful innings
Looking Ahead
Krishan Sanjula has established himself as a key player on the domestic stage and is poised to push for national team selection. Keen to expand his experience, he is seeking a UK club opportunity in 2026 to further develop his game in overseas conditions.
There are no overseas stats available for this player.
