Afghanistan’s campaign ended in the Asia Cup 2025 as Rashid Khan’s side lost by six wickets. Sri Lanka chased the target of 170 in their final group stage match. They completed the run chase with eight balls to spare. Kusal Mendis (74) and Kamindu Mendis (26) helped the Sri Lanka team secure the victory.
Jayasuriya was seen consoling Wellalage by placing a hand on his shoulder. Suranga Wellalage played in Sri Lanka’s school cricket and captained Prince of Wales College. The mood in the Sri Lankan camp quickly shifted from celebration to grief, with teammates offering support to Wellalage.
The moment when Sri Lanka’s coach Sanath Jayasuriya and Team manager informed Dunith Wellallage about the demise of his father right after the match. Dunith’s father passed away due to a sudden heart attack. He was 54.? video credits- Dhanushka pic.twitter.com/P01nFFWlVW
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Suranga Wellalage Played a Bit of Cricket Too - Russell Arnold
Former Sri Lanka all-rounder Russell Arnold confirmed on air that Dunith Wellalage’s father, Suranga, had passed away. Arnold expressed his condolences after the news and hoped the Sri Lankans would remain focused ahead of the Super Four stage.
“Quite sad to hear that. The news was broken to Dunith just a while ago. And our condolences to the family. The celebrations will be muted. The team is a tight place, the dressing room. Hopefully, this bonds them and helps them go on and do well in the Super 4 stage,” he added.
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Earlier, Afghanistan staged a remarkable recovery after being reduced to 79-6. Mohammed Nabi smashed 60 runs off just 22 balls, hitting six sixes and three boundaries, as Afghanistan posted a respectable 169/8 in 20 overs.
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