The Sri Lanka star bowler has been named the ambassador because of his skills, cricketing abilities and his global recognition in the world of cricket. The pacer has been critically acclaimed for his excellent vibrancy and cricketing style.

ICC Chief Executive, Haroon Lorgat, was full of praise for the Sri Lankan icon. "It is wonderful to have Lasith Malinga as the tournament ambassador for the ICC World Twenty20 to be held in Sri Lanka, whenever he runs in to bowl with his distinctive action, there is a thrill in the game. I am sure he will add to the buzz that has already surfaced and crowds will flock to see players like Lasith represent their country in the ICC World Twenty20," stated Lorgat.

Malinga would be the "face" of the T20 World Cup to be held in Sri Lanka and he would appear in the advertising campaign of the event in order to promote the T20 World Cup globally.

The pacer was also fully excited with such admiration and he thanked the ICC for providing an opportunity to his native country to host such a "globally followed" event.