Sri Lankan Cricketer Kamindu Mendis Cuts Honeymoon Short to Play in IPL

Hyderabad: Sri Lanka’s rising all-rounder, Kamindu Mendis, made a remarkable commitment to his IPL duties by cutting his honeymoon short to join Sunrisers Hyderabad for the ongoing season.
Mendis, who recently tied the knot with his wife Nishani in March 2025, was on a brief honeymoon but promptly returned to participate in the IPL. His decision paid off as he played a key role in Sunrisers Hyderabad’s victory over Chennai Super Kings in their recent clash.
In the match held at Chennai’s home ground, Sunrisers Hyderabad defeated the defending champions by 5 wickets. Chennai Super Kings managed to score only 154 runs, and the Sunrisers chased down the target in just 18.4 overs.
Despite the win, Sunrisers Hyderabad currently sit in the 8th position on the points table with 3 wins and 6 losses after 9 matches.
Mendis’ dedication to his team and his swift return to action highlights his commitment to both his personal life and professional career.