You know a player is serious about cricket when he cancels his honeymoon to make his debut. That’s exactly what Kamindu Mendis did — and he didn’t just show up for Sunrisers Hyderabad, he left everyone watching in complete disbelief.

Bowling with Both Arms? Yep, You Read That Right.

During SRH’s match against Kolkata Knight Riders, Mendis pulled off something you almost never see in a professional game. In the same over, he bowled both left-arm orthodox spin and right-arm off-spin — switching arms mid-over like it was no big deal.

The commentators were stunned. The batters? Even more confused. Fans online couldn’t get enough of it. It was a rare moment of magic in a match that was otherwise rough for SRH.

Love Can Wait — The IPL Calls

Just a few weeks ago, Kamindu married his longtime partner, Nishni. Most newlyweds would be planning beach getaways or romantic trips. But not Mendis. He skipped a traditional honeymoon and instead opted for a quick retreat in Sri Lanka before flying to India to join the team.

That kind of commitment? You don’t teach that. You live it.

A Tough Match, But a Bright Debut

KKR’s batters were on fire, especially Venkatesh Iyer and youngster Angkrish Raghuvanshi, who both hit quick fifties to post a massive total of 200/6.

SRH’s chase never really got going. Wickets kept falling, and the pressure piled up. They were bowled out for just 120 in 16.4 overs — a tough 80-run loss.

But even in defeat, Kamindu stood out. He took the crucial wicket of Raghuvanshi and gave glimpses of how game-changing his ambidextrous style can be.

KAMINDU MENDIS BOWLING WITH BOTH HANDS IN IPL 🤯🔥 pic.twitter.com/fLbM1NUK4u

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) April 3, 2025

The Spark SRH Might Just Need

Sure, the match didn’t go SRH’s way. But in Kamindu, they’ve got a wildcard. A player who can bowl with either arm adds a whole new layer to team strategy. He brings unpredictability. He brings energy. And clearly, he brings commitment.

Keep an eye on this guy — because if this debut is anything to go by, he’s only just getting started.