The Asia Cup 2025 has been touched by tragedy, as Sri Lankan cricketer Dunith Wellalage mourns the loss of his father. The senior Wellalage passed away on September 18th in Abu Dhabi, coinciding with a match between Sri Lanka and Afghanistan. The news of the death brought sadness to the entire team.
Emerging Sri Lankan cricketer Dunith Wellalage is dealing with a great loss. His father, Suranga Wellalage, has died. The tragic event occurred on the same day that Dunith was playing against Afghanistan in the Asia Cup. Sri Lanka won the match, securing a place in the Super Four. Dunith Wellalage played in the match but was informed of his father’s death after it ended, leaving him devastated.
Dunith Wellalage has since returned home. This has raised questions about whether he will participate in the remaining Asia Cup matches. Sri Lanka is set to face strong teams such as Bangladesh, Pakistan, and India in the Super Four, and Dunith Wellalage’s absence could be a problem.
The cause of death has not been officially announced, however, some media reports have linked it to the match. During the final over of the Afghanistan innings, bowled by Dunith Wellalage, Mohammad Nabi hit five sixes. Reports indicate that Dunith Wellalage’s father had a heart attack. The Sri Lanka Cricket Board has not yet provided an update.
A video shows Sri Lanka’s coach Sanath Jayasuriya and the team manager informing Dunith Wellalage of his father’s death. Mohammad Nabi was also shocked when he was told about the tragic event.