Sahassa Malla (also known as "the lion-hearted king") was King of Polonnaruwa in the thirteenth century. He ruled the Kingdom of Polonnaruwa from 1200 to 1202. He succeeded Lilavati, who was removed from the throne by her co-ministers. He was deposed by General Ayasmantha and succeeded by Kalyanavati. He was the younger brother of Nissanka Malla.

Sahassa Malla
King of Polonnaruwa
One massa coin of Sahassa Malla
Reign1200–1202
PredecessorLilavati
SuccessorKalyanavati
HouseHouse of Kalinga
FatherJayagopa
MotherParvati
ReligionTheravada Buddhism

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Sahassa Malla
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Regnal titles
Preceded by King of Polonnaruwa
1200–1202
Succeeded by