Thu Jan 02 07:50:49 UTC 2025: ## Sri Lanka’s Perera Makes History with First-Ever T20I Century
**Wellington, New Zealand** – Kusal Perera etched his name into Sri Lankan cricket history today, becoming the first ever Sri Lankan batsman to score a century in a T20 International. His breathtaking 101 runs off just 46 balls, punctuated by 13 boundaries and 4 sixes, secured a memorable victory over New Zealand at Saxton Oval.
Perera’s innings, which included two dropped catches, was a display of power hitting and precision timing, showcasing the veteran left-hander’s enduring talent and experience. The century also marks the first international T20I century of 2025, setting the stage for what promises to be an exciting year in cricket. This landmark achievement adds a significant new chapter to Sri Lanka’s T20 history, fourteen years after the format’s inception for the nation.
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