25 April, 2021
Mohamed Farveez Maharoof (born 7 September 1984, in Colombo) is a Sri Lankan cricketer. He first made his impression in the 2004 U19 World Cup in which he captained the Sri Lankan team. He enjoyed a prolific school career for Wesley College, with a highest score of 243 and best bowling figures of 8 for 20. An all-rounder, he made his Test debut in 2004. He has featured more frequently in ODIs and has played nearly 100 for Sri Lanka since 2004.
Maharoof, won the Schoolboy Cricketer of the Year award 2003 and was also picked as the Best Batsman All-Island.