In the really heartbreaking turn of events, Sri Lankan all -rounder Danith Vellaj When his father faced a major personal loss, Suranga VellageOn Thursday, 18 September died due to a heart attack. The tragedy occurred while Dunith was on the ground, representing his country in one important Asia Cup 2025 Group stage match against Afghanistan in Abu Dhabi. Unknown to disastrous news, he came to know about his father’s death, as Sri Lanka had won six wickets, a Bitwatch Trimef has put a shadow on his participation in the remaining part of the tournament.
Sad confirmation of Dunith Veller’s father and team support
The disastrous news was confirmed by Sri Lankan cricketer and famous broadcaster in the air Russell ArnoldWho was commenting on the match. Arnold, who knew Suranga from his days in school cricket, expressed his condolences, sharing that the news was conveyed to Dunith soon after the team’s successful pursuit of 170.
According to Sri Lankan media reports, Dunith was informed about the tragedy by his team manager and coaches in the dressing room. A poignant video shared by a journalist grabbed Danith comfortably with a hand around his shoulder, which he was experiencing the immense grief of her with one hand around her shoulder. The young cricketer has since returned home to live with his family, putting uncertainty on future participation in the Super Four Stage.
The moment Sri Lankan coach Sanath Jaisuria and the team manager informed Dunith Vellage about their father’s death just after the match. Danith’s father died due to a sudden heart attack. He was 54.🥲
Video Credit- Dhanushka pic.twitter.com/p01nfffwlvww– Nibraz Ramzan (@nibraz88cket) September 18, 2025
The news of his father’s death has undoubtedly put a somber shadow on the Sri Lanka’s Asia Cup campaign, even in the next phase. While important super four matches against Sri Lanka are scheduled to play Bangladesh, PakistanAnd India In the coming days, the team will be without one of their major players. Cricketing world has increased its deep sympathy Danith Vellaj And as his family, he navigates this incredibly difficult time away from sports.
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Here is how the Cricket Biradari reacted while passing through Vallaj’s father
Suranga VellageLeaves a void not only in his family but also in the cricket community. The cricket world is mourning the sad passing of Sri Lankan cricketer Danith VellajFather of Suranga Veller. A former cricketer Suranga died of a heart attack on Thursday night, while his son was playing in the Asia Cup match against Afghanistan. The news was conveyed to Dunith after the match, inspiring him to return home to live with his family. This news has expressed condolences to the cricketing fraternity, which includes tribute to mythological Sri Lankan cricketers.
The cricket fraternity has come together to express condolences to Sri Lankan cricketer Danith Vellege after the tragic of his father, Suranga Veller. Here is a list of cricketers who reacted to the news:
- Mahela Jayawardan: The former Sri Lankan captain resorted to social media to express his grief and sought secrecy for the grieving family. They have written, “My heart leaves for Dunith and his family. I can imagine what they are doing. Also everyone likes to tell them to give them privacy. We do not need live commentary during highly emotional personal personal moments,”
My heart leaves for Dunith and his family .. I can imagine what they are doing. Apart from this, everyone likes to argue to give them privacy. We do not require live commentary during the highly emotional prevate moment
– Mahela Jayawardana (@mahelajay) September 19, 2025
- Lasith Malinga: The veteran fast bowler shared a heartfelt message on the social media platform X (East Twitter), which was said, “My heartfelt condolences to the family, Dunith Vellage’s father, deeply saddened by the passage of Shri Suranga Vellage.
Dunith Vellage’s father is deeply saddened by the passage of Shri Suranga Vellage. My heartfelt condolences to the family. Stay strong Dunith, the whole nation stands with you and your family in this difficult time.
He can achieve the highest enjoyment of Nibana– Lasith Malinga (@Malinga_ninety9) September 18, 2025
- Sanath Jaisuria: The Sri Lankan head coach was seen consolation after the match when he was informed about his father’s death. He also shared a tribute on social media, writing, “Sadly saddened by the loss of Shri Suranga Veller. Danith, your father picked up a son, proud of the whole nation. Stay strong, we are with you, and his blessings will take you forward,”
Sadly saddened by the loss of Shri Suranga Vellage.
Danith, your father raised a son, the whole nation is proud. Stay strong – we are with you, and their blessings will take you forward. pic.twitter.com/jltogby2cm
– Sanath Jayasuria (@Sanath07) September 19, 2025
- Mohammad Nabi: Afghan all -rounderThose who had done a memorable on-field exchange with Vellage during the match, later posted a condolence message on social media and said, said, ” “Dunith Vellage and hearty condolences to his family at the loss of his beloved father. Stay strong brother,”
Heartfelt condolences to Dunith Vellage and his family at the loss of his beloved father.
Strong brother pic.twitter.com/d6yf2bhlnv– Mohammad Nabi (@Mohammadnabi 007) September 18, 2025
It is very sad that we share the demise of Sri Lanka cricketer’s beloved Sri Suranga Vellage. @welllalage01,
My thoughts and prayers are with Dunith and his family during this difficult time.
He can achieve the highest bliss of Nibana.
– Dasun Shanaka (@Dasunashanak 1) September 19, 2025
Dannith’s father’s death deeply saddened. His soul can relax in thoughts and prayers with you and family at this moment of peace.
– Angelo Mathews (@Angelo 69MATHEWS) September 19, 2025
Keep your head high @welllalage01
At the age of 54, he became very sad to hear about the death of his father, Suranga Vellage. A former cricketer.
Almighty gives him eternal peace and gives strength to the family in this difficult time.
– Litton Das (@littonofficial) September 18, 2025
It was not only unhappy, but also shocking, listening to the tragic demise of Dunith’s father. Knowing how hard the heavenly father worked to make his son, what he is today, win over Afghanistan, though can be fantastic, it can come in trivial for me. Yes Sri Lanka is …
– Roshan Absinghe (@roshancrick) September 19, 2025
Danith Vellage’s father is deeply saddened by the passage. After directing him in his U19 days, I know the strength that his family gave him. Heartfelt condolences to Dunith and his family. Danith – Your father will always be proud of you #Tear out
– Farveez Maharoof (@Farveeezmaharoof) September 18, 2025
You have made your father proud, Danith 💗 pic.twitter.com/ezbjql6r0j
– Rajasthan Royals (@rajasthanroyals) September 19, 2025
