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Dunith Wellalage learned of his father Suranga Wellalage’s sudden passing after the match against Afghanistan, consoled by Sanath Jayasuriya and team staff.
Sri Lanka stunned Afghanistan in what was a must-win game for both sides, with Super 4 qualification at stake. However, the victory turned bittersweet for spinner Dunith Wellalage after learning about the demise of his father, Suranga Wellalage.
The 22-year-old, who was smashed for five sixes in an over by Mohammad Nabi, received the heartbreaking news from coach Sanath Jayasuriya and the team manager after Sri Lanka defeated Afghanistan by 6 wickets.
A video has gone viral on social media in which Jayasuriya could be seen placing a comforting hand on Wellalage’s shoulder while consoling him.
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— Nibraz Ramzan (@nibraz88cricket) September 18, 2025
Moments after Sri Lanka sealed a commanding win over Afghanistan, former all-rounder Russell Arnold shared the heartbreaking news on air, recalling that Suranga was also a well-regarded cricketer who captained Prince of Wales College during the same period Arnold led St Peter’s College.
RIP 🕊️🙏Sri Lankan cricketer Dunith Wellalage’s father, Suranga Wellalage, has sadly passed away following a heart attack. pic.twitter.com/48LcvHgH5o— Sri Lanka Tweet 🇱🇰 (@SriLankaTweet) September 18, 2025
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