About Wanindu Hasaranga
Wanindu Hasaranga is a Sri Lankan all-rounder who plays for Lucknow Super Giants in IPL 2026. LSG bought him at the 2026 auction for ₹2 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹50 lakh in 2021 (Royal Challengers Bangalore) to ₹2 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹27.25 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Royal Challengers Bangalore against Kolkata Knight Riders on 20 September 2021, he has played 37 IPL matches, scoring 81 runs and taking 46 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Wanindu Hasaranga in IPL
- Best bowling: 5/18 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2022.
- Five-wicket hauls: 1 in the IPL.
- Best bowling season: 26 wickets in 2022.
- Player of the Match: 2 awards in the IPL.
How Wanindu Hasaranga’s Salary Compares at LSG
Wanindu Hasaranga is the 16th highest-paid player in the 26-man LSG squad, taking about 1.6% of the team’s total player spend. The average LSG player earns about ₹4.67 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹5.25 crore with Rajasthan Royals.