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Asia Cup 2025: Dunith Wellalage’s Father Passes Away During Sri Lanka vs Afghanistan Match
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What happened

Dunith Wellalage’s father, Suranga Wellalage (aged 54), passed away due to a heart attack while watching his son play in the Asia Cup match vs Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi.

Dunith did not know about his father’s passing while the match was in progress. The news was only conveyed to him after Sri Lanka’s victory.

The death occurred in Colombo, the same day as the match.



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The match outcome & Dunith’s performance

Despite the personal tragedy, Sri Lanka won the match by six wickets.

Dunith was bowling in that match. In his final over, he was hit for several sixes by Mohammad Nabi. Overall, he conceded 49 runs in his 4 overs.



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Reactions & aftermath

Sri Lankan coach Sanath Jayasuriya confirmed the death and expressed condolences.

Afghanistan’s Mohammad Nabi, among others, showed emotional support to Dunith.

Following the match, Dunith flew back home to be with his family.

A minute of silence was observed ahead of Sri Lanka’s next match in the Super 4 in honour of his father.


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